Suann Harris
Grants Pass
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Premier Community Supports, skilled in developing individualized service plans and implementing behavioral support strategies. Proven ability to enhance client independence and well-being through effective communication and problem-solving. Committed to fostering positive social interactions and achieving client goals through patience and adaptability.
Before I began my journey working with individuals with disabilities I worked in a variety of different job environments including 10 years in retail, during which, I was a store manager two years and made the “Presidents Club” both years for sales and customer satisfaction. I placed 41st and then 11th in a company of over 1,300 stores.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Provider
Premier Community Supports
Grants Pass, OR
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and families to meet unique needs.
- Implemented behavioral support strategies to promote positive social interactions and emotional well-being.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Educational Assistant Special Education
Grants Pass District 7
Grants Pass, OR
09.2016 - 08.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and families to meet unique needs.
- Implemented behavioral support strategies to promote positive social interactions and emotional well-being.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hidden Valley High School
Murphy, OR06.1985
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Individualized service plans
- Housekeeping
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills development
- Goal setting and tracking
- Transportation assistance
- Meal preparation
- Activity planning
- Community integration
- Patience and tact
- Assistive technology
- Personal care assistance
- Adaptive equipment use
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Behavioral support
- Behavioral management
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Life skills training
- Safety monitoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Progress documentation
- Reliability
Timeline
Direct Support Provider
Premier Community Supports
06.2025 - Current
Educational Assistant Special Education
Grants Pass District 7
09.2016 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Hidden Valley High School