Tara Sanfilippo
Lindenhurst
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive experience in patient care and direct support services. Known for strong problem-solving skills and emotional intelligence, dedicated to fostering positive relationships and enhancing the wellbeing of individuals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Aide
LUFSD Lindenhurst Middle School
Lindenhurst, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with school policies and safety regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and orderly environment during school events and transitions.
- Enforced rules consistently, contributing to a respectful school culture focused on learning.
- Communicated effectively with students and faculty to maintain clarity around behavioral expectations.
- Supported administration in emergency situations, calmly assisting with evacuations and lockdown procedures as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with students by actively engaging in conversations and offering support when necessary.
- Enhanced school safety by diligently monitoring hallways and common areas.
Paraprofessional
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Oakdale, NY
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Supported classroom instruction through individualized student assistance and adapting materials for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective educational strategies tailored to student goals.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and adjustments to enhance understanding and engagement in lessons.
- Assisted in the administration of assessments, ensuring accurate data collection for student performance analysis.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents to foster collaborative support systems for academic success.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Hospice Aide
CDPAP
Massapequa Park, NY
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout daily activities.
- Assisted with medication administration and monitoring patient responses to treatments.
- Implemented safety measures to enhance patient wellbeing during home visits and daily tasks.
- Advocated for patients' needs, effectively communicating concerns to the healthcare team to improve care quality.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
- Promoted a holistic approach to end-of-life care by incorporating various relaxation techniques such as music therapy or aromatherapy into daily routines.
- Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
Direct Support Professional
Independent Support Services
Long Island NY
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Supported individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and quality of life.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive social interactions.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and support techniques.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and reporting concerns to supervisors.
- Facilitated community integration activities, enhancing social skills and engagement opportunities.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Implemented behavior management plans to address challenging behaviors, promoting safe environment for all.
Direct Support Professional
IGHL
Riverhead, NY
05.2009 - 03.2016
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring access to necessary services and resources.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to coordinate care, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Enhanced individual care plans by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and support techniques.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive social interactions.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
Receptionist
Hampton Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Southampton, NY
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls to appropriate departments.
- Greeted and assisted visitors with professionalism, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Maintained patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Academy
Malone, NYSkills
- Patient
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
- Problem-solving
- Data entry proficiency
- Daily living support
- Appointment management
- Special needs education
- Medication management
- Relationship building
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Collaborative teamwork
- Document filing
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Behavior management techniques
- Emotional intelligence
- Housekeeping support
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Documentation and reporting
- Medical terminology
- Professional and mature
- Billing and coding
Timeline
Aide
LUFSD Lindenhurst Middle School
10.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
09.2021 - 05.2024
Hospice Aide
CDPAP
08.2021 - 04.2022
Direct Support Professional
Independent Support Services
04.2016 - 03.2020
Receptionist
Hampton Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
06.2014 - 10.2015
Direct Support Professional
IGHL
05.2009 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Franklin Academy