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Shannon Degarmo

Wellsburg,WV

Summary

A seasoned Habilitation Specialist from Healthwaysinc, I excel in fostering community integration and vocational rehabilitation for clients with disabilities. Renowned for my empathetic communication and meticulous documentation skills, I've significantly enhanced client self-advocacy and coordinated seamless services across life domains, demonstrating unwavering professionalism and a rapid learning ability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Habilitation Specialist

Healthwaysinc
07.2018 - Current
  • Took clients out into community on regular basis and maintained close supervision during outings.
  • Provided personalized support for clients with disabilities, promoting self-advocacy and community integration.
  • Served as an effective liaison between clients, families, healthcare providers, educators, employers to ensure coordinated services were provided consistently across all domains of life.
  • Wrote case notes and documented incidents involving clients.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Maintained detailed records of client interactions, assessments, and treatment outcomes for accurate reporting.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and guidelines through diligent documentation and record keeping practices.
  • Developed resident activities and programming to encourage new skills and maintain present skills.
  • Recorded participant behavior and methods to alleviate barriers and progress toward goals.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Supervised and assisted residents with grooming, personal hygiene, meal planning and housekeeping to promote activities of daily living.
  • Transported residents to and from appointments and other activities to encourage mobility.

Education

GED -

Brooke High School
Wellsburg, WV

Skills

  • Daily Living Skills Training
  • Goal Setting and Monitoring
  • Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
  • Mental Health Support
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Community Integration
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Fast Learner
  • Excellent Communication

Certification

  • Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
  • OSHA Certified

Timeline

Habilitation Specialist

Healthwaysinc
07.2018 - Current
  • Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
  • OSHA Certified

GED -

Brooke High School
Shannon Degarmo