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Richard  Diamond

Richard Diamond

Clarion,PA

Summary

Well-rounded Personal Care Aide years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Care Worker

Legacy Residential Services
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
  • Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.

Direct Care Worker

New Light Inc
04.2018 - 05.2023
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided transportation services for patients'' appointments with healthcare providers or community-based events as needed.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Stocker

Walmart
10.2017 - 12.2018
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.

OTR Truck Driver

Smith Transportation Services Inc.
04.2016 - 07.2017
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.

OTR Truck Driver

Heartland Express
12.2016 - 04.2017
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

OTR Truck Driver

Crete Trucking
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.

Dump Truck Driver

KBK Trucking
03.2015 - 10.2015
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Delivery/ hauling large loads from the mill

CYS II Worker

Mid Atlantic Youth
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
  • Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
  • Direct work with challenged youth/ teens who had been ordered to the facility
  • Assisting them to work thru program requirements, learning life skills, and rehabilitating them to return to the community

Security/Program Worker

Doctors and Lawyers for a Drug Free Youth
10.2010 - 02.2013


  • Performed clerical organization, answered phones and filed documentation for program manager.
  • Provided general program information and assistance.
  • Provided security measures for a doctor's office that worked to assist recovering addicts.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Building client relationships
  • Care plan assessment
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Behavior redirection
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Client Transportation
  • Patient Restraint
  • Crisis Management
  • Safety and Compliance
  • Work Independently

Certification


  • CPR
  • Med Pass Certified

Timeline

Direct Care Worker

Legacy Residential Services
05.2023 - Current

Direct Care Worker

New Light Inc
04.2018 - 05.2023

Stocker

Walmart
10.2017 - 12.2018

OTR Truck Driver

Heartland Express
12.2016 - 04.2017

OTR Truck Driver

Smith Transportation Services Inc.
04.2016 - 07.2017

OTR Truck Driver

Crete Trucking
10.2015 - 08.2016

Dump Truck Driver

KBK Trucking
03.2015 - 10.2015

CYS II Worker

Mid Atlantic Youth
03.2013 - 01.2015

Security/Program Worker

Doctors and Lawyers for a Drug Free Youth
10.2010 - 02.2013

No Degree - Business Administration

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Richard Diamond