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Starri Vasquez

Starri Vasquez

New Bern,NC

Summary

Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Monarch
08.2022 - 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.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
  • Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.

Teacher's Assistant

Childcare Network
07.2022 - Current
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

Direct Support Professional

Easter Seals
05.2020 - 02.2022
  • Assisted individuals with identifying goals, developing outcomes, and ensuring their safety and health needs were met
  • Provided direct interventions to build socialization and daily living skills.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.

Direct Care Specialist

RHA Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Provided assistance and support to patients, including administering treatments and handling daily living tasks.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of direct care.
  • Fostered a supportive environment for clients with diverse needs, implementing individualized care plans tailored to their requirements.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, updating care plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
  • Conducted regular checks of living spaces for cleanliness and safety compliance, maintaining a hazard-free environment conducive to recovery.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety of all involved parties.
  • Increased client satisfaction with services by consistently delivering compassionate and respectful assistance.
  • Improved client safety by diligently monitoring their physical and emotional health, promptly addressing any concerns.

Home Health Aide

Partners in Care
08.2012 - 12.2017
  • Assisted clients with daily living skills, escorted them to medical appointments, and maintained cleanliness of their living space.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Craven Community College
05.2026

HS in Business -

New Bern High School
01.2008

High School Diploma -

Boys and Girls High School
01.2008

Skills

  • First aid and safety
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client Support
  • Medication Administration
  • Behavioral Management
  • Client documentation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Decision-making support
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Transportation
  • ADL support
  • Goal Setting
  • Social Skills Development
  • Crisis Management
  • Patient Management
  • Progress Documentation
  • Individualized Support Planning
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Community Integration
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Nutrition

Certification

  • Home Health Aid, 08/01/12, Present
  • Drivers License

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Monarch
08.2022 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Childcare Network
07.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Easter Seals
05.2020 - 02.2022

Direct Care Specialist

RHA Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020

Home Health Aide

Partners in Care
08.2012 - 12.2017

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Craven Community College

HS in Business -

New Bern High School

High School Diploma -

Boys and Girls High School

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