Sierra Swisher
Newfoundland,PA
Summary
Attentive Direct Support Professional, passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Step by Step
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Secretary
Law Office of Chad Salzman
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining confidentiality and timeliness.
Direct Support Professional
Martha Lloyd Community Services
10.2011 - 04.2015
- 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.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Lackawanna College
Towanda, PA06.2008
High School Diploma -
Troy Area High School
Troy, PA06.2004
Skills
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Health and safety requirements
- Medical Records Management
- State regulations knowledge
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Step by Step
07.2023 - Current
Secretary
Law Office of Chad Salzman
04.2016 - 08.2018
Direct Support Professional
Martha Lloyd Community Services
10.2011 - 04.2015
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Lackawanna College
High School Diploma -
Troy Area High School
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