Shakeema Jenkins
Burlington,NJ
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and organized individual, skilled in patient care oversight and fostering strong relationships with clients and families. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective communication and critical thinking, ensuring safety and compliance while delivering exceptional support services. Committed to improving quality of life for diverse populations. Works well with others, resourceful, self motivated and able to assume responsibility.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Aide
Burlington County Special Services
Westhampton, New York
05.2026 - Current
- Supported Burlington County Special Services students during classroom and transition routines.
- Monitored student behavior and reinforced positive conduct throughout the school day.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans under teacher and case manager direction.
- Assisted students with emotional regulation using calm redirection and de-escalation techniques.
- Documented behavior incidents and shared observations with special education staff.
- Modeled appropriate social skills during group activities and daily instruction.
- Supervised students during bus loading, hallways, cafeteria, and playground settings.
- Collaborated with Burlington County Special Services teams to maintain safe learning environments.
- Observed client interactions during playgroups or other activities to evaluate potential problems or areas of improvement.
- Encouraged positive relationships between peers by facilitating discussions about feelings and emotions.
- Organized recreational activities to improve socialization among students.
Resident Care Manager
Granville Place
Burlington, NJ
01.2020 - 04.2026
- Coordinated resident care plans across assisted living services at Granville Place.
- Supervised care staff schedules and daily resident support activities.
- Communicated resident needs with families, nurses, and community leadership.
- Monitored medication support and care documentation for compliance.
- Reviewed resident assessments and updated service plans with care teams.
- Trained staff on safety practices, infection control, and resident dignity.
- Responded to resident concerns and resolved care issues promptly.
- Supported move-in coordination and ongoing resident transitions at Granville Place.
- Initiated emergency response protocols when necessary.
- Monitored medication management activities in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Managed and supervised staff to ensure proper care of residents.
- Maintained accurate records of resident progress notes and care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident's status, treatment goals.
- Assisted with setting patient goals, recommended interventions, and connected patients with available program resources.
- Performed rounds to evaluate patient conditions and update care plans.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Patient care oversight/management
- Patient safety/ADL support
- Ability to work with clients and families from diverse backgrounds
- Patient & family support
- Time management
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Home Health Aide License, Burlington, NJ
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED), Burlington, NJ
Timeline
Behavioral Aide
Burlington County Special Services
05.2026 - Current
Resident Care Manager
Granville Place
01.2020 - 04.2026
High School Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School