Ruth Ndemo
Newark
Summary
Proactive Direct Support Professional skilled in client advocacy and behavior management. Demonstrated success in developing individualized care plans and facilitating engaging group activities, leading to improved client outcomes and enhanced social skills.
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with expertise in compassionate caregiving and client support. Proven ability to enhance quality of life for individuals with disabilities through tailored care plans and effective behavior redirection.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Servises
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies addressing behavioral challenges and promoting positive outcomes.
- Advocated for clients' rights and preferences, ensuring their voices were heard in decision-making processes.
- Developed and facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork, communication, and skill development among clients.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, contributing to comprehensive care assessments and adjustments.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through structured activities and community engagement opportunities.
- Provided personalized support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Direct Support Professional
Sjcs
10.2023 - Current
- Provided personalized support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through structured activities and community engagement opportunities.
- Implemented and monitored individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with client goals and needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client interaction and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, contributing to comprehensive care assessments and adjustments.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hema High School
Kenya 11-2018
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Servises
04.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Sjcs
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hema High School