Tomika Harrell
NORFOLK,VA
Summary
Experienced Direct Support Professional skilled in medication administration, documentation, and individualized care. Known for developing engaging activities that improve clients' quality of life and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Caring Hands Supplementary Enrichment of VA LLC
08.2016 - Current
- Provided personalized care and assistance to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their daily living skills.
- Developed individualized support plans based on client needs, promoting independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social engagement and recreational activities, improving quality of life for clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Monitored client progress toward goals, adjusting strategies to maximize effectiveness of support plans.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- 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.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Paratransit Driver
Hampton Roads Transit
11.1999 - 06.2024
- Operated paratransit vehicles to ensure safe and timely transportation for passengers with disabilities.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, providing exceptional customer service throughout rides.
- Maintained accurate trip logs and documentation to support operational efficiency and compliance standards.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, ensuring safety protocols were followed before each shift.
- Worked different route every day based on changing passenger locations and destinations.
- Ensured ADA compliance by properly securing wheelchairs and assisting passengers with mobility devices during boarding and disembarking.
- Followed company policies and procedures and maintained compliance with standards.
Personal Care Assistant
Department Of Rehabilitative Services
06.2006 - 05.2012
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring comfort and safety during care routines.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington High
Norfolk, VA06-1993
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- ADL support
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Clear communication
- Transportation assistance
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Caring Hands Supplementary Enrichment of VA LLC
08.2016 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Department Of Rehabilitative Services
06.2006 - 05.2012
Paratransit Driver
Hampton Roads Transit
11.1999 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington High