Sixto Mitre

• Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
• Enhanced client comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
• Provided safe environments for clients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
• Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
• Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to address client needs effectively.
• Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
• Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both clients and their families.
• Coordinated recreational activities for clients, promoting socialization and cognitive engagement throughout the respite period.
• Received consistent positive feedback from families on the quality of care provided, contributing to a high level of client satisfaction.
• Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in client status or condition during respite stays.
• Supported clients'' emotional well-being by listening empathetically to their concerns and providing reassurance as needed.
• Assisted clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
• Adhered to all relevant regulations and guidelines associated with respite care provision, maintaining a high standard of professionalism throughout each engagement.
• Assisted clients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Helped clients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of clients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Cooked meals and assisted clients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Assisted clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in private residences.
• Assisted with daily living activities and household chores.
• Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid clients in identifying potential.
• Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Under the direction of the FYI Management, I work as a "Back-Up Life Skills Instructor" and work with clients who live in their homes and assist them with their goals outlined to live successfully on their own.

Additional Responsibilities

Report any problems concerning Client's well being at residence

Ensures client's physical and emotional needs are met and the safety of the client's are monitored when at residence

Documentation of seizure, first aid and Daily Charting are completed properly and given to Program Manager, Program Administrative Assistant at the end of the month

Other duties as assigned

Under the direction of the BMOD Management, as a BMOD Instructor, gained my experience since February 2017, in which I would work in group settings with clients who have behavioral issues in various job environments either at on-site or off-site locations that may last more than one day. I would also handle various types of behaviors and work within a team setting to handle behavioral incidents.

• Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
• Enhanced client comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
• Provided safe environments for clients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
• Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
• Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to address client needs effectively.
• Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
• Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both clients and their families.
• Coordinated recreational activities for patients, promoting socialization and cognitive engagement throughout the respite period.
• Received consistent positive feedback from families on the quality of care provided, contributing to a high level of client satisfaction.
• Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in client status or condition during respite stays.
• Supported clients'' emotional well-being by listening empathetically to their concerns and providing reassurance as needed.
• Assisted clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
• Adhered to all relevant regulations and guidelines associated with respite care provision, maintaining a high standard of professionalism throughout each engagement.
• Assisted clients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Helped clients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
• Assisted clients with basic activities of daily living.
• Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid clients in identifying potential.
• Maintained safe working environment through prevention of accidents, preservation of equipment and achievement of safe working practices.
• Provided compassionate and client-focused care to cultivate well-being.
• Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of clients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Cooked meals and assisted clients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Assisted with daily living activities and household chores.

Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor and Dispatch Coordinator, as a Bus Driver I would transport adults with developmental disabilities to and from Desert Arc facilities and other assigned locations. I would follow a preplanned route according to a definite time schedule. I would regulate heating equipment and ventilation of bus for comfort of passengers. I'm responsible for the safety of the passengers in loading and unloading and transportation to and from destinations. I also, would keep my bus clean by ensuring that the bus is free of debris and odors, inspect bus before starting each route for such things as water, gas, oil, and mechanical conditions etc. and must inspect the bus inside and out after each route. I also, will keep operational records and report any defects or problems to my supervisor before starting my route. I'm currently a Back-Up Bus Driver and drive as needed.

Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor, as a Bus Aide I was responsible for physically aiding client's with boarding and exiting buses and overseeing the behavior of clients during transporting to and from Desert Arc to facilities to avoid any distraction to the bus driver. I also, was alert to clients' physical and emotional needs and must be prepared to react promptly to avoid any behaviors during transportation.

Under the direction of the Day Program's both Assistant Program Manager and Assistant Program Director, as the Senior Team Leader along with the ADC Management I would supervise staff and clientele, overseeing the day program, schedules, community outings, Reporting documentations and issues, and extra administrative assignments.

Assist consumers to meet objectives as stated in ISP

Accurately chart consumer's progress in daily notes and other reports as needed

Assist with consumers who exhibit maladaptive behaviors and implement plan as stated in ISP

Assist consumers with varying levels of independence in completing activities of daily living

Obtain and utilize class B driving license for use as bus driver during community activities

Check and Reply to Emails daily through "Outlook"

Maintain Clients' Attendance through 'Excel and Case Magic"

Maintain Clients' and Staffs' Payroll through "Link HCM and Excel Programs"

Assist/Organize and Maintain Records Monthly Departmental, Staff, and Clients' Trainings

Answer and Return phone calls

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Other duties as assigned

Under the direction of Team Supervisor or Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts, the TBS Worker provides one-on-one support and behavioral interventions to a child/youth receiving Therapeutic Behavioral Services. The TBS Worker works with members of the Service Team on an as-needed basis to support continuing progress toward the consumer’s behavioral goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Assembles the TBS Service Team comprised of the consumer, consumer’s adult caregivers (birth family, foster family, residential staff), and other adults or professional service providers involved in the consumer’s care. · Convenes the Service Team in a planning meeting to develop the TBS Service Plan. · Meets and/or supports members of the Service Team on an as-needed basis to provide education and support when necessary and to evaluate/refine the Service Plan. · Meets with the consumer according to the weekly schedule and delivers interventions according to the consumer’s TBS Service Plan. · Plans and implements individual and group activities that encourage the consumer’s social and emotional growth. · Completes all documentation in accordance with Department of Mental Health and Pacific Clinics guidelines. · Turns in all progress notes within 2 to three business days of the time of service delivery. · Consults on an as-needed basis with the Team Leader regarding service delivery. · Attends individual supervision 1-hour per week and group supervision 2 hours per week every other week. · Submits monthly schedule of available hours and weekly schedule of visits. · Maintains professional and ethical behavior at all times, appropriately representing Pacific Clinics, its mission and philosophy. · Develops and enriches a working knowledge of behavioral analysis, behavioral modification techniques, crisis intervention, and other techniques as they to work with the consumer. This includes completing assigned readings and attending supplementary seminars and training. · Available by pager during duty hours (on-call). · Responds to crisis situations as required. · Attends and participates in staff meetings to provide input towards program development and staff training. · Interacts with other internal programs, clinical/support staff and external sources such as school or community personnel as applicable. · Responsible for reporting to work on time and maintaining reliable attendance in accordance with Agency policy. · Models Pacific Clinics’ approach, mission and core values in all communication and correspondence. · Communicates effectively in a culturally competent and diverse consumer population and promotes favorable interaction with managers, co-workers and others. · Performs other duties as assigned.

Under the direction of the Day Program Management, as a Team Leader I was responsible for working in a group setting to ensure that the clients meet daily objectives i.e, hygiene needs, behavior issues, assisting with meals, staying focus on task and reposition clients as needed. I was also responsible for daily objectives for any off site activity, charting client's daily progress on a daily basis, and drive Desert Arc vehicle for department community activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

Safely assist in the transportation of clients to and from Desert Arc, using Desert Arc vehicles

Ensure the bus is clean, odor free and ready for use

Thoroughly check bus and report any immediate problems

Participate in IPP's and other client meetings as necessary

Safely drive Desert Arc vehicles for client outings for community activities

Completion of all quarter, semi-annual and annual reports as per Client Administrator's schedule

Ensure group staff is accurately completing all required charting and reports on a daily basis

Be courteous while assisting clients on and off the bus and be professional in conduct and appearance at all times

Assist wheelchair client's by ensuring wheelchair tie-downs procedures are followed correctly

Report any problems concerning the vehicle

Ensures client's physical and emotional needs are met and the safety of the client's are monitored during transportation in a Desert Arc vehicle

Documentation of seizure, first aid or report-only forms are completed properly and given to Program Manager, Assistant Manager or Floor Supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Under the direction of the Principal/Special Education Department, as a Health Instructional Aide assisted assigned personnel in the supervision of students with special needs as assigned ages 3-22, (PreK-Adult Transition Program within the RSP, SDC, ED, SH settings); perform specialized physical health care procedures for students with special needs in compliance with medical orders and under the training and direction of the Registered Nurse; assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment; performs routine clerical and classroom support duties as assigned.

Under the direction of the ADC Program Management, as a Direct Care Staff/Bus Aide I was responsible for working in a group setting to ensure that the Clients meet daily objectives i.e., hygiene needs, behavior issues, assisting with meals, staying focused on task and reposition clients as needed. I was also responsible for daily objectives for any off-site activities, maintained the worksite in a neat and clean fashion, responsible for all work activity materials, and charting of clients' daily progress on a daily basis.

Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor and ADC/BMOD Day Program Management, as a Bus Aide I was responsible for physically aiding client's with boarding and exiting buses and overseeing the behavior of clients during transporting to and from Desert Arc to facilities to avoid any distraction to the bus driver. I also, was alert to clients' physical and emotional needs and must be prepared to react promptly to avoid any behaviors during transportation.