Shaheed Crosby

Direct Care Worker

Goodwill Day Program

02.2023 - 08.2023

Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs
Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Helped clients manage money, for personal items.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being
Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff
Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness
Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client
Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes
Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance .
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
Assisted patients with grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities