Shernice Beaver
Trent,TX
Summary
Dedicated direct support professional that is proactive and the willingness to learn. I bring a strong work ethic and focus to the overall goal on the home in doing so I promote independence amongst the individuals. I can stay professional in a work environment and work well with the others as a team. My focus is drilled into providing healthy habits for the individuals and making sure all there needs are being met.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP 3
Abilene State Support Living Center
Abilene, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Retrieve blue slip money and handle money. Making sure the books are always at the correct balance. Signed money in and out as needed
- Check inventory and ensure we receive the items needed for the home.
- Keep up to date on daily changes to work and activity schedules.
- Follow support plans to better assist individuals in behavioral situation.
- Knowledge in using UKERU pads and SUR.
- Training staff current and new on injury reports, individuals schedules, dining procedures, med pass, active treatment, showering.
- Keeping staff update on changes to any schedules
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
- Made sure diet plans were being followed.
- Made sure we were working together as a team for the individuals.
- Correctly recording information in the Kiosk for Supervisor
- Provide training and mentorship to new staff.
- Knowledge in CPR and AED equipment for in emergency situations.
- Establish open rapport with nursing.
- Teach new and current staff how to correctly fill out peer to peer sheets.
- Knowledge in knowing to go in case needing to evacuate the building in case of a fire.
DSP 2
AbSSLC
Abilene, TX
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Monitored client progress, adjusting care strategies to meet evolving needs effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
DSP 1
Abilene State Supported Living Center
Abilene, TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans, ensuring adherence to safety and health standards.
- 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.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral changes and response to interventions accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective strategies for client engagement and support.
- Assisted individuals to and from the restroom
- Knowledge in using lifts
Education
High School Diploma -
Trent ISD
Trent, TX05-2009
Skills
- Skilled in time management
- CPR and AED training
- CORE Competency trained
- KISOK trained in documenting
- Assist the ladies with Transportation
- Staying on top of Appointment scheduling
- Helping with Goal setting
- Team Building
- Prompting Safety
- Inventory
- Holdover Calendar
- Activity Calendar
Timeline
DSP 3
Abilene State Support Living Center
08.2023 - Current
DSP 2
AbSSLC
03.2023 - 07.2023
DSP 1
Abilene State Supported Living Center
08.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Trent ISD