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Sacha Smith

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. I have strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. I advocate and make sure individuals' needs are met. I’m also known for being productive and efficient in task completion.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Metro DDSO
The Bronx, NY
12.2017 - Current
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.

Direct Support Aide

WellLife Network
New Hyde Park, NY
08.2015 - 12.2017
  • Provided assistance with personal hygiene including bathing and showering and grooming.
  • Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.

Direct Support Professional

Brooklyn DDSO
Brooklyn , NY
04.2014 - 06.2015
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brooklyn Comprehensive Night Highschool
Brooklyn, NY
01-2006

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Daily living assistance
  • Problem solving
  • Patient care
  • First aid and CPR

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Metro DDSO
12.2017 - Current

Direct Support Aide

WellLife Network
08.2015 - 12.2017

Direct Support Professional

Brooklyn DDSO
04.2014 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

Brooklyn Comprehensive Night Highschool

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