Takita Parker
4312 Sugarstone LN,NC
Summary
Accomplished Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Monarch, enhancing client well-being through exceptional ADL support and effective transportation management. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and fostering community engagement, I significantly improved patient independence. My leadership at Fiberon in safety procedures and team training underscores my adaptability and commitment to excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Monarch
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Development Specialist
RHA
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- 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.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Packer/Team Leader
Fiberon
02.2016 - 04.2020
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Trained new employees on proper packing and labeling techniques and to apply best practices.
- Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
- Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
- Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
- Monitored inventory levels to report on shortages or excess.
- Inspected items for defects and damage.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Albemarle High School
Albemarle, NC06-2012
Skills
- Transportation
- ADL support
- Client documentation
- Adaptive equipment use
- Community activities
- First aid and safety
- Support plan management
- Health and safety requirements
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Monarch
08.2022 - Current
Development Specialist
RHA
04.2020 - 06.2022
Packer/Team Leader
Fiberon
02.2016 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Albemarle High School
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