Sara Martin
Greenville,SC
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated professional with a strong passion for working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. I have experience working with special needs people of all ages, in different work environments. From being a special needs nanny to working in a group home, I have acquired many necessary skills that aid me in providing a safe, successful, and meaningful impact into the lives of individuals affected by physical and intellectual disabilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Thrive Upstate
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet the individual needs of each client.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Administered Medication
Special Needs Nanny
Private Family Nanny
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Offered support to assist with supervising special needs individuals in the home.
- Deescalated harmful behaviors
Cashier
Chicken Salad Chick
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Experimental Psychology
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05.2026
Associate of Applied Science -
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC12.2022
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Client Support
- Crisis Management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Safety Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Intrapersonal skills
- Customer service
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Thrive Upstate
08.2023 - 08.2024
Special Needs Nanny
Private Family Nanny
02.2022 - 08.2023
Cashier
Chicken Salad Chick
06.2019 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Experimental Psychology
University of South Carolina Upstate
Associate of Applied Science -
Greenville Technical College
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