SONEX EMETE ONEYA
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Proactive Lead Direct Support Professional with extensive experience in compassionate direct support and effective behavior management. Skilled in behavior support, activity planning, and client advocacy, promoting positive environments and enhancing client self-esteem through personalized care. Strong communicator adept at collaborative problem-solving and maintaining thorough documentation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Direct Support Professional
Home Helpers Senior Living
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Promoted a positive environment for clients through compassionate direct support and effective behavior management techniques.
- Enhanced client self-esteem by acknowledging achievements regularly and celebrating milestones as part of the ongoing support process.
- Increased staff efficiency through clear communication, collaborative problem-solving, and timely reporting of client progress or issues.
- Led group activities that promoted social interaction, skill-building, and personal growth among clients while fostering a sense of community within the residential setting.
Direct Support Professional
Cambridge Senior Living
04.2021 - 05.2022
- 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.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Anthropology
University of Benin
Nigeria 09.2010
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Transportation Coordination
- Client Advocacy
- Activity Planning
- Community Integration
- Disability Awareness
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
Timeline
Lead Direct Support Professional
Home Helpers Senior Living
04.2022 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
Cambridge Senior Living
04.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Anthropology
University of Benin