Compassionate and skilled direct support professional with extensive experience in daily living assistance and social skills development. Known for effectively implementing individualized care strategies to promote client safety and independence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Universal Direct Support Professional
The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence
Watertown, New York
03.2014 - Current
Assisted in implementing individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support to meet specific client needs.
Delivered direct assistance with daily living activities, enhancing independence for individuals with disabilities.
Facilitated daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication reminders, to promote client well-being.
Supported clients in enhancing social skills through structured interactions.
Ensured safety and cleanliness in client living spaces during daily routines.
Production Supervisor
Timeless Frames
Watertown, New York
02.1996 - 03.2012
Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
Supervised daily production activities and ensured adherence to schedules.
Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality. within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
Implemented quality control measures that ensured product standards were consistently met on production lines.
Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures in the facility.
Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
Monitored equipment performance and facilitated timely maintenance.
Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
Coordinated interdepartmental workflows to enhance efficiency in manufacturing processes.
Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
Recommended and implemented process improvements that elevated production methods and product quality.
Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.