Tia Houchins
Taswell,IN
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Professional Coordinator and In-School Suspension Teacher with a proven track record at Blue River Services and YSB, enhancing client and student well-being through compassionate caregiving and effective behavioral management. Excelled in fostering community integration and improving accountability, achieving notable advancements in client independence and student disciplinary consistency. Skilled in client documentation and first aid, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and cooperation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Professional Coordinator
Blue River Services
08.2012 - Current
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining clean and organized living spaces for clients.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Supported clients'' emotional well-being through compassionate listening, empathy, and encouragement during difficult times.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and incident reports to ensure effective communication among team members.
- Upheld ethical standards in all aspects of care provision, maintaining confidentiality and respecting the dignity of each individual client.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in daily living tasks.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, families, and team members to create a supportive network for each individual.
- Maximized client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns or requests from families regarding their loved one''s care plan or overall experience in our program.
- Managed emergencies effectively while remaining calm under pressure, ensuring prompt medical attention if needed.
- Increased client participation in community activities through careful planning and coordination with local organizations.
- Improved client independence through the implementation of tailored activities and skill-building exercises.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all met their deadlines and objectives without compromising quality.
In-School Suspension Teacher
YSB (Youth Bureau Services)
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Improved student accountability by regularly monitoring and documenting progress during suspension periods.
- Participated in ongoing professional development related to effective disciplinary strategies, applying new knowledge to enhance program outcomes for suspended students.
- Increased consistency in disciplinary practices across the school by collaborating with colleagues on developing shared expectations for student behavior.
- Coordinated efforts with other school staff members to provide comprehensive support services for suspended students, including tutoring, counseling, or mentorship as needed.
- Served as a liaison between suspended students and support staff, ensuring that all necessary resources were accessible during the suspension period.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech
Sellersburg, IN06-2010
High School Diploma -
North Harrison High School
Ramsey, IN05-1994
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Social skills development
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Community integration
- Recreational activities
- First aid and CPR
- Strong communication skills
- Fast typing speed
- Document scanning
- Data entry techniques
- Deadline oriented
- Microsoft office expertise
- File management
- Data entry
- Word processing
- Data processing
- Data collection and reporting
Accomplishments
Community Resources Day Services Staff of the Year 2015
Timeline
Direct Care Professional Coordinator
Blue River Services
08.2012 - Current
In-School Suspension Teacher
YSB (Youth Bureau Services)
05.2010 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech
High School Diploma -
North Harrison High School
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