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Sharlot Aliah

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable DSP enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.

Compassionate DSP assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship.

Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level DSP position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Community Multi Service
09.2023 - 04.2024


  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Progresssive Comprehensive High School
Cameroon/ Bamenda
10.2019

Skills

  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client Support
  • Behavioral Management
  • Client documentation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Care
  • Progress Documentation
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Individualized Support Planning
  • Fast Learner
  • Attentive to People
  • Ability to Lift
  • Relationship Building
  • Supportive Personality
  • Safety Compliance
  • Household Cleaning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Client satisfaction
  • Problem Identification
  • Caring Companionship
  • Goal Setting

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Community Multi Service
09.2023 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Progresssive Comprehensive High School
Sharlot Aliah