Sydney Bell
Winona,MN
Summary
Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Brings outstanding computer and communication skills. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Home, Community, & Options
Winona, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Outpost Program Staff
Camp Olson YMCA
Longville, US
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly program area and equipment.
- Gathered feedback from participants on their experience with the program.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Cooperate among all levels of staff, and be flexible with special assignments.
- Role model and maintain standards for your program that are safe, creative, fun, and educational, including managing activity supervision.
- Ensure sufficient and functional supplies for the Outpost; request supply orders from the LDP Coordinator or Assistant Camp Director.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments to resolve conflicts or issues.
Leadership Development Program Coordinator
Camp Olson YMCA
Longville, US
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Provide direction to the LDP leaders by planning, scheduling, and supervising daily activities.
- If LDP camper behavior goes beyond the scope of the leaders, the LDPC will step in to manage the camper and develop an action plan.
- Work with the Outbound Trips Director and LDP leaders to ensure groups are ready for the trail.
- Write an End-of-Summer Report that evaluates the LDP Program.
- Ensure leaders are equipped with appropriate gear, food, communication devices, orientations, emergency money, maps, route information, Extended Trip Form, Health Forms, Permits, etc.
Resident Advisor
Minnesota North College
Ely, US
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and implemented activities.
- Counseled and advised first-year students on academic, personal questions, and concerns.
- Develop a positive living environment for residents, often resolving conflicts.
- Implement and enforce all college and campus living policies, promoting academic excellence, and addressing student needs.
- Managed administrative duties: maintenance requests, incident reports, and room transfers.
Paraprofessional Educator
Independent School District 2142
Virginia, US
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Nursing and Health Sciences, Therapeutic Recreation
Winona State University
Winona, MN05-2025
Associates of Science - Outdoor Recreation Therapy
Minnesota North College
Ely, MN05.2022
Skills
- Volunteer management
- Behavioral management
- Client advocacy
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Recreational activities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- First Aid and CPR certified
Certification
- CPR
- Wilderness First Aid
- Personal Care Assistant Training
- ACA Coastal Kayak
Volunteer Experience
- Adaptive Adventures
- Star LaCrosse
- AmeriCorps NCCC
- Dodge County Humane Society
- Fremont Habitat For Humanity
- Peoria Park District
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Home, Community, & Options
03.2023 - Current
Outpost Program Staff
Camp Olson YMCA
06.2022 - 08.2022
Leadership Development Program Coordinator
Camp Olson YMCA
05.2022 - 06.2022
Resident Advisor
Minnesota North College
08.2021 - 05.2022
Paraprofessional Educator
Independent School District 2142
01.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor's degree - Nursing and Health Sciences, Therapeutic Recreation
Winona State University
Associates of Science - Outdoor Recreation Therapy
Minnesota North College
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