Pamela Salensky
Greensburg,PA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Community Living Care
09.2010 - 10.2023
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
- Assisted clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Owner/Operator
Pam's Kids Family Child Care Home
06.1983 - 05.2003
- Managed day-to-day business.
- Consulted with parents to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Developed and nurtured lasting relationships.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Attended professional trainings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Planned and orchestrated field trips and exciting special days. Did various crafts with kids.
Child Care Assistant
Seton Hill University Child Development Center
04.1980 - 03.1983
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities, and concerns.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques with Developmentally Delayed preschool age individuals.
Education
Associate Degree in Childcare (8 Credits Left ) -
Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA05.1980
High School Diploma -
Greensburg-Salem High School
Greensburg, PA06.1974
Skills
- Client Management
- Transportation
- Care Delivery
- Progress Documentation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Client Documentation
- Behavioral Management
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Community Living Care
09.2010 - 10.2023
Owner/Operator
Pam's Kids Family Child Care Home
06.1983 - 05.2003
Child Care Assistant
Seton Hill University Child Development Center
04.1980 - 03.1983
Associate Degree in Childcare (8 Credits Left ) -
Westmoreland County Community College
High School Diploma -
Greensburg-Salem High School
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