Shannon McMahon
Salem,OR
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at Albertina Kerr, excelling in medication management and advocating for clients' rights. Successfully facilitated community inclusion and monitored behavior changes, ensuring client safety and independence. Committed to enhancing well-being through effective support plans and thorough documentation of progress and concerns.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Albertina Kerr
04.2017 - Current
- Supported daily living activities, including hygiene, meals, mobility, and medication reminders.
- Documented care observations and incident reports accurately in confidential records.
- Assisted individuals with community outings, appointments, and recreational activities.
- Monitored behavior changes and followed support plans to maintain safe environments.
- Prepared meals, maintained household cleanliness, and organized client living spaces.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taft High School
Lincoln City, OR06.2011
Skills
- Advocating for my clients
- Medication management
- Behavior redirection
- Community inclusion
Accomplishments
In 2024 I was nominated for the Oregon heart award.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Albertina Kerr
04.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Taft High School