Shekira Smith
Tacoma
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive experience in private and government agencies, specializing in individualized treatment care planning and therapeutic services. Proven track record in multidisciplinary collaboration, enhancing client outcomes through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Individual Provider
Family First
Tacoma
08.2023 - Current
- Provided personalized care to individuals with diverse needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress notes.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times such as illness or death of loved ones.
- Reported any changes in condition that may warrant further evaluation by healthcare professionals.
- Provided transportation services to medical appointments or other errands when necessary.
- Observed client behaviors and documented progress notes on a regular basis.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when dealing with challenging situations involving clients.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises prescribed by the therapist.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided including date, time, duration, type of service rendered.
- Participated in training sessions to learn about new treatments and procedures for clients.
- Attended staff meetings and provided input related to client care issues.
- Communicated with clients' families or other caregivers regarding changes in the client's condition or behavior.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best outcomes for clients.
- Administered medications according to instructions from physician or nurse practitioner.
- Developed individualized care plans based on the needs of each client.
- Instructed family members about proper techniques for caring for their loved one.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Facilitate transportation for clients to and from essential appointments while assisting with follow-up on medical and social activities.
Case Manager
A A Avenue to Recovery
Parkland
03.2019 - 01.2022
- Coordinated client assessments and developed personalized care plans.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed.
- Conducted case reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Organized resource referrals for community support services.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies, and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Assist in providing clean and sober housing for clients requiring supportive living environments
Individual Provider
Chesterfield
Tacoma
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided personalized care to individuals with diverse needs and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients.
- Supported clients in social engagement activities to promote well-being.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times such as illness or death of loved ones.
- Provided transportation services to medical appointments or other errands when necessary.
- Maintained a clean environment by washing dishes, laundry items, vacuuming floors, dusting furniture.
- Provided personal care and assistance to clients in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and ambulation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Attended staff meetings and provided input related to client care issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best outcomes for clients.
- Developed individualized care plans based on the needs of each client.
- Instructed family members about proper techniques for caring for their loved one.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Individual Provider
IP One
Tacoma
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client comfort.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Attended staff meetings and provided input related to client care issues.
Chemical Dependency Professional
Pioneer Human Services Inc.
Tacoma
09.2009 - 10.2010
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Develop treatment plans and execute objectives and methods to achieve treatment goals
- Develop tailored treatment plans and deliver personalized therapy during one-on-one sessions.
- Facilitate therapeutic group treatment sessions
- Construct discharge plans aligning with Department of Corrections while ensuring a clean, sober environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06-2001
Associate of Arts -
Pierce College
Steilacoom, WA06-1998
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Tacoma, WA06-1993
Skills
- Individualized care planning
- Medication administration
- Client transportation
- Progress documentation
- Safety protocol implementation
- Resource referral coordination
- Therapeutic services
- Case management
- Documentation
- Have facilitated wraparound services
- I have facilitated group therapy
- Have facilitated individual sessions
- Discharge planning
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Effective, excellent communication
- Patient advocacy
- Professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Client confidentiality
- Teamwork
Timeline
Individual Provider
Family First
08.2023 - Current
Case Manager
A A Avenue to Recovery
03.2019 - 01.2022
Individual Provider
Chesterfield
08.2016 - 01.2019
Individual Provider
IP One
06.2010 - 06.2016
Chemical Dependency Professional
Pioneer Human Services Inc.
09.2009 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
The Evergreen State College
Associate of Arts -
Pierce College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School