Tara Hamrick
Eugene,OR
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP
Oregon Supirted Living
Eugene, OR
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with team members and family members.
- Monitored client progress, reporting changes to ensure appropriate support adjustments.
- Facilitated social engagement through community activities and recreational programs.
- Provided emotional support, fostering a positive environment for clients' mental well-being.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage desired outcomes in client interactions.
- Trained new staff on best practices for delivering direct support services effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate medical appointments and follow-up care.
- 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.
- 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- 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.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- 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.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- 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.
- 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.
Dsp
Alvord Taylor
Springfield, OR
07.2013 - 04.2026
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Implemented personalized care plans to address unique needs and preferences of clients.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive support.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or health conditions to the team.
- Trained new staff on best practices for direct support and effective client engagement strategies.
- Developed recreational activities that fostered social interaction and skill development among clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and improve service delivery processes.
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring their voices were heard in decision-making processes.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Organized and participated in recreational activities, contributing to vibrant community life for residents.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to coordinate care, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Enhanced individual care plans by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- 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.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
Diploma
Willamette High School
Eugene, OR06.1997
Timeline
DSP
Oregon Supirted Living
04.2026 - Current
Dsp
Alvord Taylor
07.2013 - 04.2026
Diploma
Willamette High School