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Rhonda Lasby

Ionia,MI

Summary

Dedicated Foster Care Provider at Bethany Christian and experienced Direct Care Worker, adept in trauma-informed care and nutrition planning. Skillfully enhanced child development and client well-being through educational support and positive reinforcement, collaborating with professionals to tailor individualized plans. Excelled in building trust and improving client life skills, demonstrating exceptional communication and patience.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Foster Care Provider

Bethany Christian
08.2011 - 07.2023
  • Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
  • Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
  • Coordinated with therapists, counselors, and other professionals to create individualized plans for each child''s development.
  • Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.

Direct Care Worker

Listening Ear Crisis Center
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • 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.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

Education

Diploma -

Saranac High School
Saranac, MI
06.1991

Skills

  • Nutrition planning
  • Self-Care Awareness
  • Patience and understanding
  • Life Skills Teaching
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Safety Planning
  • Activity Planning
  • Educational Support
  • Child development knowledge
  • Family Support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Excellent Communication
  • Active Listening

Additional Information

Dedicated to helping special needs adults and children. Compassionate and have lots of patience.

Timeline

Direct Care Worker

Listening Ear Crisis Center
05.2018 - 10.2019

Foster Care Provider

Bethany Christian
08.2011 - 07.2023

Diploma -

Saranac High School

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