Shaye Singleton
Superior,WI
Summary
Experienced caregiver prepared for role in respite care. Strong background in providing compassionate support, managing daily activities, and ensuring safety. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Expertise in communication, empathy, and maintaining positive atmosphere for clients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Care Provider
Ilife
08.2021 - Current
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Direct Support Assistant
DRCC
11.2020 - 08.2024
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Managed financial matters for clients such as budgeting assistance, bill payments, and benefits coordination.
- Coordinated effectively with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care planning and implementation.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary to maintain safety for both clients and staff members.
- Built strong relationships with clients by establishing trust, rapport, and open communication channels.
- Enhanced client independence by providing personalized support and skill development plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, incidents, and other relevant information for case management purposes.
- Supported clients in managing emotional and behavioral challenges through empathetic listening, positive reinforcement strategies, and crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
- Trained new Direct Support Assistants on best practices for effective client care delivery within the organization''s guidelines.
- Developed essential life skills in clients through structured training programs focused on personal hygiene routines, meal preparation tasks, housekeeping responsibilities.
- Collaborated with families and guardians to establish open lines of communication regarding client progress and concerns.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Society, And Environment
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
High School Diploma -
Superior High School
Superior, WI06-2021
Skills
- Hygiene maintenance
- Healthcare coordination
- Family collaboration
- Personal care assistance
- CPR training
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Record-keeping
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Communication Skills
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
Ilife
08.2021 - Current
Direct Support Assistant
DRCC
11.2020 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Society, And Environment
University of Minnesota
High School Diploma -
Superior High School
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