Susan S. Jeffery
Monroe,GA
Summary
Developmental disability professional with a strong background in person-centered support, daily living assistance, and accurate care documentation. Lead Direct Support Professional staff through training, scheduling, feedback, and support plan updates while maintaining quality assurance records and client health information.
Overview
1
1
Certification
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Team Lead and DSP 3
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, (Walton IDD)
Monroe, GA
01.2019 - Current
- Requirements for this position include training, scheduling, supervising and providing feedback for Direct Support Professional staff. In addition, I have completed the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, for Certified Direct Support Professional training. I have written Individual Support Plan goals for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, attended Individual Support Plan meetings, updated electronic Quality Assurance summaries and updated information in the Health Risk Screening Tool. I am currently working toward certification at the intermediate-plus level in American Sign Language.
- Facilitated development of daily living skills and personal care routines for Walton IDD clients.
- Observed and documented client behaviors, providing critical insights to behavioral health staff.
- Administered medication reminders, promoting adherence to care plans and enhancing client well-being. and follow-through per care plans.
Direct Support Professional 2
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, (Walton IDD)
Monroe, GA
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Implemented person-centered plans for clients at Advantage Behavioral Health Systems to ensure individualized support.
- Requirements of this position included planning activity calendars to meet Individual Support Plan goals for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and arranging appointments for Community Access Groups and Individuals. Facilitated independence-oriented learning discussions on safety, nutrition, budgeting, reading, writing, and computer skills, adhering to risk mitigation and healthcare plans while tracking medical and behavioral logs. Documented progress after each session through electronic progress notes to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Assisted Walton IDD individuals with personal care routines and daily living tasks in a supportive environment.
- Documented services, behaviors, and incidents in care records.
Middle grades classroom teacher
Social Circle Middle School
Social Circle, GA
01.1991 - 01.1995
- Prepared and instructed lesson plans, supervised and evaluated middle grades students, fostering an engaging learning environment. Collaborated with Special Education department to develop tailored adaptations for presenting and assessing state standards material for students with learning disabilities.
- Planned standards-based lessons for Social Circle Middle School classrooms.
- Delivered instruction using differentiated strategies for diverse learners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a productive learning environment. with clear routines and expectations.
Middle grades classroom teacher
Washington-Wilkes Middle School
Washington, GA
01.1987 - 01.1991
- Planned standards-based lessons for Social Circle Middle School classrooms
- Delivered instruction across reading, writing, math, and science lessons
- Managed classroom behavior using clear expectations and consistent routines
- Developed and delivered lesson plans while supervising and assessing student performance in middle grades.
Classroom teacher
Taliaferro County School
Crawfordville, GA
01.1986 - 01.1987
- Instructed diverse classrooms at Taliaferro County School using district curriculum standards.
- Planned daily lessons aligned with state benchmarks and student learning needs.
- Assessed student work and adjusted instruction for classroom readiness.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, supervising and assessing student progress at elementary and middle school levels.
Middle grades classroom art teacher
Madison Middle School
Madison, FL
01.1984 - 01.1986
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive art program, designed lesson plans, and supervised middle-grade students to foster creativity and artistic skills.
- Instructed Madison Middle School students in drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with middle school visual arts curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom behavior using clear expectations and consistent routines.
Education
Master of Education - Middle Grades
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia12-1988
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia06-1983
Skills
- Care plan management
- Individualized support
- Behavioral observation
- Data interpretation
- Organizational skills
- Planning
- Writing
- Researching
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
Title: Developmental Disability Professional
BELIEFS
- Individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities have the right to be a part of the world in which they live.
- Following the identification of individual's needs, the development of a support system ensures successful integration into their world.
- Goals should assist individuals to overcome barriers, allowing them to
Certification
- United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, for Certified Direct Support Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Team Lead and DSP 3
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, (Walton IDD)
01.2019 - Current
Direct Support Professional 2
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, (Walton IDD)
01.2015 - 01.2019
Middle grades classroom teacher
Social Circle Middle School
01.1991 - 01.1995
Middle grades classroom teacher
Washington-Wilkes Middle School
01.1987 - 01.1991
Classroom teacher
Taliaferro County School
01.1986 - 01.1987
Middle grades classroom art teacher
Madison Middle School
01.1984 - 01.1986
Master of Education - Middle Grades
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Education
Valdosta State University