Reginald K.Yeboah Asamani
Brooklyn
Summary
Dynamic Direct Support Assistant with a proven track record at Bernard Fineson Developmental Disabilities Service, excelling in medication administration and client monitoring. Skilled in crisis intervention and fostering independence, I effectively supported individuals in daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life and promoting community integration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Assistant
Bernard Fineson Developmental Disabilities Service
Queens Village
12.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, medications administered, and any changes in behavior or condition of clients.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Monitored progress of individuals served to ensure safety and well-being at all times.
- Supported clients' independence by providing instruction on basic skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, budgeting.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
After-School Instructor
Traditional Educational Center
Brooklyn
07.2014 - 12.2019
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring comprehension and timely completion.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades throughout the semester.
- Adapted teaching methods to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Enforced rules of behavior and encouraged positive interactions among students.
- Completed daily reports on student progress towards academic and social goals.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom Department Store
White Plains
01.2012 - 03.2014
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
The West Africa Examinations Council
West Africa Ghana08-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Client monitoring
- Crisis intervention
- Record keeping
- Daily living support
- Health assessment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Assistant
Bernard Fineson Developmental Disabilities Service
12.2019 - Current
After-School Instructor
Traditional Educational Center
07.2014 - 12.2019
Sales Associate
Nordstrom Department Store
01.2012 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
The West Africa Examinations Council