Sara Vanbrocklin
The Arc Jefferson-St.Lawrence
Canton
3
years of professional experience
Compassionate Direct Support Professional experienced in providing individualized care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Delivered quality support through effective communication, behavioral management, and personal care services, enhancing clients' well-being and independence. Focused on fostering inclusive environments that promote safety, comfort, and personal growth.
Work History
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
2 Years 3 Months- Provided compassionate and patient care to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting.
- Maintained accurate client records, including incident reports, progress notes, and treatment plans, to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided guidance to clients in order to help them achieve their goals and objectives related to independent living skills.
- Built positive relationships with clients through trust-building activities and emotional support, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Engaged in crisis intervention techniques when needed in order to de-escalate situations quickly and safely.
- Executed crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate situations quickly and safely.
- Maintained accurate records of client data including incident reports, progress notes, treatment plans.
- Administered medications to patients based upon physician or nurse guidelines.
- Attended team meetings to discuss the development of each client's plan of care and provide updates on their progress.
Direct Support Professional
5 Months- Supported individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with personal care, meal preparation, and household routines.
- Monitored client wellbeing and responded promptly to behavioral or health concerns.
- Documented service notes accurately, maintaining compliance with individual support plans.
- Reinforced safety protocols, maintaining secure and supportive environments.
- 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.
- Facilitated community outings, encouraging social engagement and skill development.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and a positive and supportive living environment.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
1 Year 3 Months- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout shifts.
- Successfully handled multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy throughout the shift.
- Built strong interpersonal skills by effectively interacting with customers and coworkers in fast-paced environment.
- Completed daily closing tasks, including washing dishes, packing and refrigerating leftovers, and mopping floor, to maintain cleanliness and order.
- Handled cashier duties, maintaining accuracy of monies received or exchanged.
- Verified food was served at the correct temperature to reduce risks.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding food storage temperatures and sanitation guidelines.
- Performed daily closing tasks by washing dishes, packing and refrigerating leftovers, and mopping floor.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Skills
Direct patient care
Compassionate care
Personal assistance
Patient care
Daily support
Health services
Client documentation
Client support
Team collaboration
First aid compliance
Health safety protocols
Behavior redirection
Safety monitoring
CPR and first aid
Housekeeping duties
Hands-on care
Time management
Behavior redirection
Adaptability
Transportation
Client transportation
Patient oversight
Social skills development
Daily living assistance
Active listening
Communication skills
Problem-solving
CPR and first aid
Disability awareness
Relationship building
Continuous learner
Critical thinking
Crisis intervention training
Personal Information
Title: SERVER
Timeline
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
The Arc Jefferson-St.Lawrence
07.2024 - CurrentRead More
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United Helpers
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FOOD SERVICE WORKER
McDonald's
08.2023 - 11.2024Read More
HC Williams Senior High School
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
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