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Octavia Kimbell

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Resourceful Behavior Technichian with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kids Club Associate

YMCA Daycare
  • Monitored all activities to maintain maximum level of safety.
  • Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and creative play into daily routines.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and inviting environment that fostered exploration, creativity, and learning for all Kids Club members.
  • Served as a mentor to new staff members, providing training on policies, procedures, and best practices for working with children.
  • Created new and fun activities to drive enthusiasm for children.
  • Actively participated in child's activities by reading to groups, painting, coloring and playing games.
  • Completed daily cleaning checklists by sanitizing toys, sweeping and mopping floors and washing down surfaces.

Direct Support Professional

Thrive Youth Services
10.2021 - Current
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.

Direct Support Professional

A New Direction For Youth
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Promoted independence among clients by teaching essential life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and public transportation use.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Lead Teacher

YMCA Daycare
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Implemented social skills groups to promote peer-to-peer connections and enhance students'' interpersonal abilities.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and families, fostering open communication regarding behavioral concerns and progress towards goals.
  • Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
  • Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.

Education

No Degree -

North Hennepin Community College
Minneapolis, MN

High School Diploma -

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High School
New Hope, MN
06.2017

Skills

  • Patience and Empathy
  • Initiative-taking
  • Parent Communication
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Childcare
  • Safety understanding
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • CPR training
  • Behavior management techniques

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Thrive Youth Services
10.2021 - Current

Direct Support Professional

A New Direction For Youth
10.2020 - 11.2021

Lead Teacher

YMCA Daycare
06.2017 - 05.2019

Kids Club Associate

YMCA Daycare

No Degree -

North Hennepin Community College

High School Diploma -

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High School

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