Tammy Bernestine
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Salem Christian Homes
Chino, California
03.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Youth Counselor Assistant
Alpha connections
Apple Valley, California
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients.
- Accompanied clients on community outings and monitored their behavior while in public spaces.
- Enforced rules and regulations set by facility staff while maintaining an empathetic approach towards the youth.
Youth Counselor
Lodgemakers of America
Hesperia, California
- Engaged in regular supervision sessions with program managers and supervisors to review cases and update clinical practice methods.
- Monitored progress of clients towards goals established in treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through reinforcement techniques such as praise or rewards.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations while supervising youth activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
05-2026
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Skills
- Patient Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Client documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Client Support
- Behavior redirection
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Direct Support Professional - Salem Christian Homes
03.2023 - Current
Youth Counselor Assistant - Alpha connections
Youth Counselor - Lodgemakers of America
National University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Walden University - Associate of Arts, Human Services
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