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Tessa Richmond

Provo,UT

Summary

Dedicated and passionate college student with a drive for fostering positive growth and development in individuals. Creative, detail-oriented, natural collaborator. Enjoys creating supportive environments that allow individuals to thrive. Easy going person with a compassionate and trustworthy demeanor. Committed to ensuring safety and well-being while actively contributing to the success and progression of individuals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Rise
12.2023 - Current
  • Implement individualized behavior management plans, and working to reduce challenging behaviors in clients.
  • Collaborating with coworkers to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Assisting clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Documenting progress of clients to track achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from interdisciplinary teams.
  • CPR, First Aide, & Safety Care Certified

Full Time Missionary

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Promoted spiritual growth and community service. Taught principles of faith, love, and service.
  • Connected with diverse individuals and worked to create an atmosphere of understanding and support.
  • Developed and delivered engaging lessons tailored to the needs of various audiences.
  • Participated in and organized service initiatives with local organizations to address community needs.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with individuals and families offering emotional support and love in challenging times.
  • Learned to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth by maintaining a positive and resilient attitude.

Nanny

Hunters of Happiness
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided daily nurture and care for two little girls.
  • Created a safe, stimulating and supportive environment.
  • Fostered and maintained positive relationships with children, parents, and other family members.
  • Maintained routines and assisted in meal preparation, homework, and house care.

Activities Assistant

Legacy House Assisted Living
11.2019 - 12.2021
  • Assisted in the development of activity plans for residents on a weekly basis.
  • Spent time guiding activities in the memory care unit and forming close relationships.
  • Assisted residents with their various needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT
12.2026

Skills

  • Group Facilitation
  • Relationship Building
  • Family Relationship Development
  • Senior Activities Experience
  • Educational Support
  • Child Supervision
  • Reliable Transportation
  • MS Office Proficient
  • Activity Planning
  • Dependable
  • People-Oriented
  • Effective Team Leader
  • Emotionally Supportive
  • Behavior Management Techniques
  • Active Listener
  • Approachable
  • Reliable
  • Cheerful and Energetic
  • Creative
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Volunteering

  • Catholic Community Services, Salt Lake City UT - May 2022 to September 2022. I spent my time working along side caseworkers on the resettlement and health care plans of recently arrived refugee in the Salt Lake Area.
  • Hope Clinic, Midvale UT - January to July 2023. I assisted uninsured and underserved populations seeking medical care.
  • Murray Greenhouse Foundation, Murray UT - June 2022 to July 2023. Non-profit organization dedicated to furthering education for adults with disabilities. I assisted students in daily tasks an activities to help them gain life skills and abilities.
  • English Connect Classes, SLC UT - January 2023 to July 2023. Helped teach weekly english classes to refugees and immigrants learning english as their second language.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Rise
12.2023 - Current

Full Time Missionary

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
03.2022 - 07.2023

Nanny

Hunters of Happiness
10.2021 - 01.2022

Activities Assistant

Legacy House Assisted Living
11.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Utah Valley University

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