Samantha smith
hanover township
Summary
Results-driven support professional prepared for impactful roles in direct care environments. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective daily management. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team operations and consistent quality outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
The Institute of Human Resources
09.2014 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA05-2027
High School Diploma -
G.A.R Memorial High School
Wilkes-Barre, PA06-2012
Skills
- Time management
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Client documentation
- Disability awareness
- Goal setting
Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) - National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
The Institute of Human Resources
09.2014 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lackawanna College
High School Diploma -
G.A.R Memorial High School
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