Shanany Myricks
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Direct Support Professional
Independant Residential Management
Indianapolis, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
PSE Clerk
USPS
Indianapolis, IN
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
- Scanned documents for mailing purposes and generated labels for outgoing items.
- Handled undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures.
- Performed data entry duties for tracking mail and other related activities.
- Organized mail into appropriate categories and sorted them according to post office regulations.
Rural Mail Carrier
USPS
Indianapolis, IN
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Obtained signed receipts for registered, certified and insured mail, collecting associated charges and completing necessary paperwork.
- Collected money for cash-on-delivery and postage-due mail to turn in receipts to postal office.
- Ensured proper handling of fragile packages requiring special care.
- Assisted customers by lifting heavy packages and placing parcels by front door or garage.
- Delivered various types of mail on routes according to strict timelines.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently using appropriate equipment.
- Delivered and collected mail for designated route to businesses and residential homes using satchels, cars and small trucks.
- Notified supervisor immediately if any irregularities were found during the route delivery process.
Direct Support Professional
Angels Care Home Health
Indianapolis, IN
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Administrative Coordinator
Dungarvin
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Answered phones and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
- Provided assistance during special projects or events as needed.
- Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
COVID-19 Screener
NorthShore
Hammond, IN
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked outdoors in extreme cold or heat to screen incoming visitors for COVID-19 symptoms.
- Assisted in the development of screening policies based on public health guidance.
- Implemented and enforced social distancing measures during the screening process.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anthony Nursing Home
Portage, IN
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Inventory Specialist
Target Logistics
Indianapolis, IN
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
- Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
- Monitored and reported on inventory turnover rates.
- Conducted periodic inventories and physical counts of product supplies.
Caseworker
Lake County Prosecutor's Office-Child Support Div
Gary, IN
03.2009 - 04.2018
- Responded promptly to phone calls from clients or referral sources seeking assistance or information about available resources.
- Attended professional trainings related to best practices in case management techniques.
- Conducted intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments to determine clients' eligibility and suitability for program.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to secure necessary services and support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt University
Gary, IN06-2005
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Disability awareness
- Personal care assistance
- Activity planning
- Community integration
- Behavioral support
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Written communication
- Organization and time management
- Computer skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
PSE Clerk
USPS
11.2024 - 01.2025
Rural Mail Carrier
USPS
08.2024 - 11.2024
Direct Support Professional
Angels Care Home Health
05.2023 - 10.2023
Lead Direct Support Professional
Independant Residential Management
08.2022 - Current
Administrative Coordinator
Dungarvin
08.2021 - 07.2022
COVID-19 Screener
NorthShore
01.2021 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anthony Nursing Home
04.2019 - 12.2020
Inventory Specialist
Target Logistics
05.2018 - 08.2018
Caseworker
Lake County Prosecutor's Office-Child Support Div
03.2009 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt University