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Stacy Tunzat

Salem

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional who is skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Successfully implemented behavior redirection strategies, enhancing client well-being and independence. Committed to maintaining safety and dignity while fostering positive relationships and achieving client goals through effective support and training.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Susan Garlinger
11.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Special Programs Instructional Assistant

Salem Keizer School District
03.2007 - Current
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.

Direct Support Professional

Joy Baker
01.2012 - 08.2020
  • 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.

Education

Associate of Arts - Veterinary Technology

Portland Community College
Portland, OR
06-1988

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Medication administration
  • Behavioral management
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Health and safety requirements

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Susan Garlinger
11.2020 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Joy Baker
01.2012 - 08.2020

Special Programs Instructional Assistant

Salem Keizer School District
03.2007 - Current

Associate of Arts - Veterinary Technology

Portland Community College

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