Alex Gatoni
8601 Westown Pkwy Unit 16207 West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Highly motivated and dependable professional with the ability to learn and comprehend new systems and methods quickly. Exceeds in focusing on specific tasks while keeping the overall project in mind. Enjoys interacting with a wide range of people, inspiring and supporting others to work at their highest level. Represents company with dignity and professionalism.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Optimae Life Services
08.2015 - Current
- Maintain records, review and prepare reports
- Serves as professional member of therapeutic treatment team serving the needs of consumers.
- Instruct or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Host Home Provider
Vodec
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Program Director
ICOACH
05.2015 - 06.2020
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related summer activities for children's.
- Maintained and updated project related documents
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE2024
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Des Moines, IA06.2015
Skills
- LANGUAGES:
- ENGLISH
- Fluent Reading and Writing:
- Kinyarwanda
- Swahilli
Additional Information
- Licenses:
- iowa Real Estate
Certifications:
- Medications Manager
- FIRST AIDS, CPR
- Adults Mandatory reporter training
- Child Mandatory reporter training
Timeline
Host Home Provider
Vodec
09.2022 - 04.2024
Direct Support Professional
Optimae Life Services
08.2015 - Current
Program Director
ICOACH
05.2015 - 06.2020
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Bellevue University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Des Moines Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
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