Suzanne Rugh
Jeannette,PA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with over 7 years of experience providing person-centered care to individuals with intellectual, developmental, visual, and multiple disabilities in Westmoreland County. Skilled in ADLs support, medication administration (PA DHS/ODP approved), CPR/First Aid, behavior management, accurate documentation, and promoting independence, safety, and dignity. Reliable, empathetic team member seeking Direct Support Professional or Direct Care Worker positions in human services or community programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Paula Teacher & Associates
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to supervisors promptly.
- Trained new staff on best practices in client care and support techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and services provided.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Direct Support Professional
Westmoreland County Blind Association
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in various settings.
- Trained new staff on best practices in client care and support techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and services provided.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Education
Jeannette Senior High School
Jeannette , PA Skills
- Client care
- Behavioral monitoring
- Documentation accuracy
- Personal support
- Community activities
- Hygiene assistance
- First aid and safety
- Life skills training
Certification
- Medication administration
- CPR and First Aid certifide
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Paula Teacher & Associates
02.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Westmoreland County Blind Association
01.2018 - Current
Jeannette Senior High School