Olivia Valentin
Monticello
Summary
Proven Direct Support Professional with a track record of enhancing client wellness at The ARC Greater Hudson Valley. Expert in behavior redirection and client support, demonstrating exceptional time management and interpersonal skills. Achieved significant improvements in client independence, leveraging first aid and safety knowledge to ensure a secure environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
The ARC Greater Hudson Valley
11.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted with developing more independent skills within the agency homes or within the community
Special Education Teacher
G&D School Therapy
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Followed Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Sales Associate
Marshall’s
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
MonticelloSkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Quick learner
- Outgoing
- Hard worker
Additional Information
From working with 3-5 year olds to working with young- senior citizens, it has shown me how much I am dedicated to helping those in need/developing life skills
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
The ARC Greater Hudson Valley
11.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
G&D School Therapy
12.2021 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Marshall’s
09.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
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