Shawntell Johnson
Cincinnati,United States
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at Graceworks Enhanced Living, skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Successfully developed individualized care plans that enhanced clients' quality of life and fostered trust. Proven ability to advocate for client needs and maintain a safe, supportive environment, ensuring dignity and well-being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Graceworks Enhanced Living
03.2019 - 07.2025
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with disabilities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or condition to the multidisciplinary team.
- Coordinated recreational activities that encouraged social interaction and skill development among clients.
- Collaborated with families to address concerns and ensure continuity of care outside the facility.
- Took clients to doctor appointments
Direct Support Professional
Ohio Valley Residential Services
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Advocated for client needs within community services, facilitating access to resources and opportunities.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Direct Support Professional
RMS
03.2005 - 03.2015
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Education
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Bryant & Stratton College
NY08-2025
Certificate in Secretarial Office Technology - Secretarial Office Technology
ITT Techncial Institution
Dayton, OH09-1995
High School Diploma -
North College Hill Jr/Sr High School
Cincinnati, OH06-1994
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
Certification
DODD Training Certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Graceworks Enhanced Living
03.2019 - 07.2025
Direct Support Professional
Ohio Valley Residential Services
03.2015 - 03.2019
Direct Support Professional
RMS
03.2005 - 03.2015
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Bryant & Stratton College
Certificate in Secretarial Office Technology - Secretarial Office Technology
ITT Techncial Institution
High School Diploma -
North College Hill Jr/Sr High School
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