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Dennisha Richards

Seattle,WA

Summary

Observant and compassionate individual with expertise in developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring clients, and providing therapeutic interventions. Skilled in establishing rapport with clients and families, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure client’s well-being. Proven track record of providing quality care, patient advocacy, and promoting recovery and self-sufficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education RBT

Maxim Staffing Solutions
09.2021 - Current
  • Assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, help special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with parents and guardians regarding their child's educational development and well-being.
  • Provided guidance counseling services to help foster self-esteem among students with disabilities.
  • Conducted weekly assessments of student mastery levels in order to adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Participated in team mectings to discuss case management strategies for individuals between the ages of 2-29
    years.

Resident Support Staff Member

Catholic Community Services
03.2022 - 07.2024
  • Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for residents by maintaining facility cleanliness and adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Managed challenging behaviors by implementing de-escalation techniques and collaborating with other staff members to find solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of resident care, documenting progress toward goals and reporting any changes in condition to appropriate personnel.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive resident care and support.

Caregiver

Consumer Network
06.2019 - 04.2022
  • Experienced Caregiver dedicated patient care in both facility and home environments.
  • Communicated between family and healthcare regarding patient conditions
  • Recognized early signs of distress or decline in health status and responded accordingly.
  • Fostered an atmosphere of trust and respect through positive interactions with all individuals involved in the

care process.

  • Maintained secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards.

Education

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
06.2022

Meadowdale High School
Lynnwood, WA
06.2020

Criminal Justice

Sno Isle Tech
Everett, WA
06.2019

Skills

  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Needs Assessment
  • Client Advocacy
  • Performance Tracking
  • Data collection
  • Surveillance
  • Mental Health Support

Timeline

Resident Support Staff Member

Catholic Community Services
03.2022 - 07.2024

Special Education RBT

Maxim Staffing Solutions
09.2021 - Current

Caregiver

Consumer Network
06.2019 - 04.2022

Eastern Washington University

Meadowdale High School

Criminal Justice

Sno Isle Tech
Dennisha Richards