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Samantha Ervin

Quakertown,PA

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Kencrest Services, excelling in client support and personal care. Proven ability to develop personalized treatment plans and foster positive relationships through effective communication. Skilled in safety management and problem-solving, ensuring a high quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Care Support Staff

Nursing Care Services
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.

• Ensured a clean and safe environment for clients by performing regular housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning rooms, doing laundry, and organizing personal belongings.

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas and common spaces.

Activities Assistant

Valley Manor
Coopersburg, Pennsylvania
12.2022 - 10.2023
  • Planned and executed a wide range of activities and events for diverse groups, including children, adults, and seniors.

• Created detailed activity plans outlining objectives, materials needed, timelines, and expected outcomes.

• Organized themed parties, incorporating decorations, music playlists, or live entertainment suitable for different age groups or occasions.

Housekeeper

Independence Court
Quakertown, Pennsylvania
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Maintained cleanliness and tidiness of assigned rooms, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming environment for guests.

Performed thorough cleaning tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, and changing linens, to meet high standards of cleanliness.

  • Cleaned resident rooms and common areas to maintain a welcoming environment.

Direct Support Professional

Kencrest Services
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and quality of life.
  • Provided direct support to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation, and developed positive relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and effective communication.

Family Services Worker

Peaceful Living
Harleysville, Pennsylvania
10.2016 - 02.2019
  • Developed personalized treatment plans for clients based on thorough assessments and evaluations.

• Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and case management activities.

• Participated in regular supervision meetings with colleagues to discuss cases and receive guidance on best practices.

Provided safe and reliable transportation services to passengers with disabilities or special needs to job sites, the YMCA, and recreation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
06-2012

Skills

  • Client support
  • Activity planning
  • Safety management
  • Personal care
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Daily living support
  • Patient care management

Timeline

Direct Care Support Staff

Nursing Care Services
12.2023 - 01.2024

Activities Assistant

Valley Manor
12.2022 - 10.2023

Housekeeper

Independence Court
09.2021 - 09.2022

Direct Support Professional

Kencrest Services
08.2020 - 05.2022

Family Services Worker

Peaceful Living
10.2016 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania