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Niasia Nelson

Glassboro,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Group Home Counselor with background in providing emotional support and guidance to individuals within care homes. Demonstrates strong skills in crisis management, behavioral therapy strategies, and implementing individual care plans effectively. Showcased ability to build trusting relationships with residents while promoting personal growth and independence. Contributed positively towards enhancing the quality of life for residents through empathetic counseling and effective communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Group Home Counselor

Elwyn
Vineland, New Jersey
05.2025 - Current
  • Supported daily living activities for residents in a group home setting.
  • Assisted residents with personal care and hygiene needs.
  • Facilitated recreational and social activities for resident engagement.
  • Monitored and documented resident behavior and progress regularly.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop individual care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and health regulations.
  • Provided emotional support to residents during challenging situations.
  • Communicated effectively with families regarding resident well-being.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, physicians, hospital staff, patients and families.
  • Developed relationships with community agencies and resources to provide additional support for clients' needs.
  • Attended team meetings regularly to update colleagues on progress made by each client.
  • Managed crisis situations calmly while ensuring safety of all parties involved.

HHA

Care right there
Glassboro, New Jersey
12.2022 - Current

Assisting clients with personal care and transport and hygiene doctors appointment house keeping providing one on one care 12 hours a day

  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Monitored client health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at their homes.

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Bancroft Neurohealth
Mt Laurel Township, NJ
10.2023 - 05.2025
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Supported clients in building social skills through engaging activities.
  • Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Adhered to established policies, procedures and regulations while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
  • Monitored changes in physical condition or behaviors of clients which may indicate need for further medical attention or intervention.
  • Actively participated in educational training programs designed to enhance knowledge about disabilities or mental health issues.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.

Education

Lakewood High School
Lakewood , Nj

Skills

  • Personal care assistance
  • Behavioral monitoring
  • Care plan development
  • Crisis management
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support provision
  • Relationship building
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • First aid and CPR
  • Boundaries establishment
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Mental health support
  • Team building

Timeline

Group Home Counselor

Elwyn
05.2025 - Current

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Bancroft Neurohealth
10.2023 - 05.2025

HHA

Care right there
12.2022 - Current

Lakewood High School
Niasia Nelson