Robert Walker
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Good Life Innovations
Lawrence, KS
03.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Construction Worker
Mike's Handyman Services
Topeka, KS
05.2019 - 03.2024
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- ADL support
- Direct Patient Care
- Progress Documentation
- Transportation
- Indirect Patient Care
- Compassionate Caregiving
- First aid and safety
- Disability Awareness
- Recreational Activities
- Crisis Management
- Medication Administration
- Social Skills Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Good Life Innovations
03.2024 - Current
Construction Worker
Mike's Handyman Services
05.2019 - 03.2024
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