Patrick Ebegbune
Houston
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with REDWIN HSC, skilled in client support and behavior redirection. Successfully implemented individualized support plans, enhancing client independence and community integration. Proficient in first aid and safety, ensuring a secure environment while fostering personal growth and social engagement for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
REDWIN HSC
Missouri City,Houston
2023 - Current
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Assisted in implementing individualized support plans tailored to each client's needs and goals.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral changes and reporting to healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated community integration by coordinating social activities and transportation for clients.
Direct Support Professional
Richmond State Supported Living Center
Richmond, TX
2023 - 2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care strategies and improve service delivery.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support and compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and promoting independence in their routines.
- Ensured adherence to organizational policies while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for clients.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ika Grammar School
Delta State, Nigeria Bachelor of Science -
University of Lagos
Lagos,Nigeria 07.1999
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
Additional Information
Worked as a DSP11 at three rivers of the
Richmond State Support Living Center
from October 2023 to May 2024 .
I turned in my resignation then, to attend to
pressing family issues.
I am also a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA).
I have CNA Liscence
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
REDWIN HSC
2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Richmond State Supported Living Center
2023 - 2024
High School Diploma -
Ika Grammar School
Bachelor of Science -
University of Lagos