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Trevor Colston

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Summary

Innovative supervisor ready to bring 25 years of relevant work experience to new position. Fully invested in overseeing and improving all aspects of clients lives by maintaining high quality care in a variety of different settings.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ICF Supervisor/Lead Direct Care Staff Member

Merakey
10.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved client quality of life by implementing behavioral plans developed by the BACB to achieve goals in EBSH
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Set and maintained all health appointments for clients ensure timely and accurate care.

Area Supervisor

California Vocations, Inc
01.2016 - Current
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Researched ways to enrich and enhance the lives of our clients based on their abilities, needs, wants, and preferences, taking appropriate risks when necessary.
  • Developed and nurtured, lasting, appropriate relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications according to Regional Center and In Home Supportive Services standards.
  • Planned clients daily routines according to their preferences and established staffing schedule.
  • Determined performance benchmarks and completed ongoing evaluation of employee work.
  • Tracked hours and distributed allotted, billable hours.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling client maladaptive behaviors, physical limitations, and challenging situations.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep SLS client homes clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized keeping client rights in mind.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like employee strengths and skill levels.
  • Identified and developed staff strengths for advancement opportunities and trained new hired house supervisors.
  • Established relationships with co-workers to work together to increase maximum efficiency and care for our clients.
  • Help clients with community involvement and integration promoting greater independence in their lives and relationships
  • Performed direct care for clients in their homes and community.
  • Participated in community events and activities to increase awareness of available social services.
  • Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and independent living skills with minimal support.
  • Scheduled and transported clients to medical and dental appointments as needed.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

Community Support Facilitator

Community Living Options
03.2007 - 01.2016
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Researched ways to enrich and enhance the lives of our clients based on their abilities, needs, wants, and preferences, taking appropriate risks when necessary.
  • Developed and nurtured, lasting, appropriate relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications according to Regional Center and In Home Supportive Services standards.
  • Planned clients daily routines according to their preferences and established staffing schedule.
  • Determined performance benchmarks and completed ongoing evaluation of employee work.
  • Tracked hours and distributed allotted, billable hours.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling client maladaptive behaviors, physical limitations, and challenging situations.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep SLS client homes clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized keeping client rights in mind.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like employee strengths and skill levels.
  • Identified and developed staff strengths for advancement opportunities and trained house supervisors.
  • Established relationships with co-workers to work together to increase maximum efficiency and care for our clients.
  • Help clients with community involvement and integration promoting greater independence in their lives and relationships.
  • Participated in community events and activities to increase awareness of available social services.
  • Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and independent living skills with minimal support
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Scheduled and transported to clients to medical and dental appointments as needed.

Day Program Instructor

United Cerebral Palsy
06.2000 - 03.2007
  • Learned and properly delivered program curriculum and methodology to include daily and weekly lesson plans supporting objectives and assessments.
  • Maintained accurate and timely educational assessments and tracked progress for clients.
  • Executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Implemented instructional plans in accordance with directives and guidelines.
  • Recorded responses to lesson planning and made appropriate adjustments.
  • Assisted clients in community outings based on their preferences.
  • Performed direct care duties including, but not limited to, hygienic and toileting assistance for clients.
  • Assisted clients in dealing with maladaptive behavioral issues promoting social and independent skills in a classroom and community setting.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Meadows
06.1999 - 06.2001
  • Supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maladaptive behavioral management in a 56 bed level 4 IH-DD facility.
  • Assisted patients with profound mental and physical limitations delivering high quality support including ambulation, exercise routines (ROM, etc), and hoyer lift transfers.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Direct Support Staff Member

SAIL (Systems Adapted For Integral Living)
04.1995 - 04.1997
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem, dignity, and general wellness.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Assisted mentally and physically disabled clients to support independence and well-being in a 6 bed licensed facility for minors providing high quality care.

Education

GED -

American River College, Yuba College
Sacramento, CA
06.1995

Skills

  • Constructive Feedback
  • Training and mentoring
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Persuasive Negotiations
  • Employee Performance Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Work Planning and Scheduling
  • Safety Management
  • Cash Handling and Reconciliation
  • Staff Coaching and Training
  • Delegation and Supervision
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Registered Behavioral Technician

Accomplishments

Employee of the year UCP of greater Sacramento area 2000

Certification

Professional Crises Management Practitioner 2 (PCMA)

CPR FA certified

Sexual Harassment Supervisor Training

Certified Food Handlers Card

Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT current)

DSP I and II completed

Timeline

ICF Supervisor/Lead Direct Care Staff Member

Merakey
10.2023 - Current

Area Supervisor

California Vocations, Inc
01.2016 - Current

Community Support Facilitator

Community Living Options
03.2007 - 01.2016

Day Program Instructor

United Cerebral Palsy
06.2000 - 03.2007

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Meadows
06.1999 - 06.2001

Direct Support Staff Member

SAIL (Systems Adapted For Integral Living)
04.1995 - 04.1997

GED -

American River College, Yuba College

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