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Troy Brown

McKeesport,PA

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Professional with 20 years of performance supporting mentally disabled populations. Interacts with patients in diverse settings, including community, family, or individual homes and adult care facilities. Administers medications and supports ADLs aligned with care plans and provides companionship to promote overall health and wellbeing. Skilled DSP offering top-notch abilities in monitoring medications, coordinating appointments and assisting with personal hygiene needs. Dedicated to giving every client personalized physical and emotional support. Able to improve quality of life with continued socialization and expert care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Football Coach

McKeesport Area School District
08.2008 - Current
  • Lessened player injuries by promoting safe practices and techniques.
  • Focused on enhancing specific athletic skills within team athletes to achieve overall excellence.
  • Established and maintained positive rapport with students, employees, community members, and vendors.
  • Planned and scheduled practice and game programs during regular season.
  • Promoted camaraderie among players through service projects, team building, and fundraising.
  • Actively enforced rules and taught regulations of gameplay to all squad members prior to start of season.
  • Distributed and collected all athletic equipment as provided by school or league.
  • Taught students basics of [Type] gameplay and rules, including league's regulations, play techniques, and general strategies.
  • Observed performance of individual team members and team, and instituted improvements to meet challenging benchmarks.
  • Advised students on team and academic matters to keep all athletes compliant with program requirements.
  • Oversaw robust and consistent practice schedule to keep team working well together and ready for any team challenge.
  • Managed exercise sessions and practice drills, sustaining interest of players with challenging routines.
  • Observed and improved the movement of athletes bodies, hands and feed to obtain the optimal results from every action.
  • Developed strategies for games based on analyses of opposing team tactics and previous matches.
  • Motivated athletes to always be improving in all aspects of their lives.
  • Assisted head coach in planning and training sessions and held practice matches.
  • Managed athlete conditioning program to keep the team members at the top of their game.

Youth Engagement Support Services

Presley Ridge
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional development and enhancing skills.
  • Streamlined workflows to improve efficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives that enhanced productivity across all departments.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
  • Boosted team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.
  • Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Behavior Aide

Presley Ridge
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Provided individualized behavioral support to clients, fostering skill development and positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored intervention plans for diverse client needs.
  • Monitored client progress, documenting observations and adjusting strategies to enhance effectiveness.
  • Implemented evidence-based strategies to promote social skills and emotional regulation among clients.
  • Led group sessions, facilitating discussions that encouraged peer interaction and conflict resolution skills.
  • Coordinated with school staff members to ensure consistent implementation of behavior management strategies across all settings.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing observation, data collection, and analysis of behavioral patterns.
  • Provided timely feedback to parents regarding their child''s behavior, achievements, and areas for improvement.
  • Assisted teachers in maintaining a safe and structured classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Delivered specialized instruction in core subjects while also addressing social-emotional needs using evidence-based practices.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by fostering trust, respect, and open communication within a supportive atmosphere.
  • Supported behavior improvement strategies by modeling appropriate choices and reinforcing good behaviors.
  • Used verbal and physical de-escalation techniques in crisis situations.
  • Supported students'' emotional well-being through compassionate listening, empathy, and encouragement.
  • Implemented crisis prevention measures by recognizing early warning signs of escalating behaviors and intervening appropriately.
  • Reduced classroom disruptions by proactively addressing behavioral issues and utilizing de-escalation techniques.
  • Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.

DSP

GCS SUPPORTS
02.2016 - 01.2021
  • Monitored and assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and room care.
  • Supported level of care that enhanced patient health, safety, dignity, and contentment.
  • Trained and educated in areas of personal care, communication, and social skills development.

DSP

Step by step
01.2012 - 02.2016
  • Monitored and assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and room care.
  • Supported level of care that enhanced patient health, safety, dignity, and contentment.
  • Delivered personal care and support aligned with individual support plans.
  • Transported clients to doctor's offices and grocery stores.
  • Provided companionship throughout day, engaging clients in conversation and activities.
  • Helped clients learn how to take care of themselves by working with their disabilities to find new ways of completing common tasks.
  • Followed agency policy and procedures in administering care to clients.

DSP

Northwestern Human Services
06.1999 - 11.2011
  • Supported level of care that enhanced patient health, safety, dignity, and contentment.
  • Assisted with living transitions, supporting independent and assisted living skills and overall community integration.
  • Administered medications and set up reminders for clients in alignment with medication administration record.
  • Monitored and assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and room care.
  • Delivered personal care and support aligned with individual support plans.
  • Followed agency policy and procedures in administering care to clients.
  • Assisted clients with bathing and dressing to promote good personal hygiene.
  • Provided companionship throughout day, engaging clients in conversation and activities.

Education

High School Diploma - Academic

McKeesport Senior High school
McKeesport, PA
06.1990

Accounting Specialist

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA

Skills

  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Collaboration
  • Rule enforcement
  • Athlete training
  • Condition players
  • Physical conditioning
  • Organization
  • Motivation
  • Verbal communication
  • Practice scheduling
  • Setting goals
  • Team building
  • Mentor athletes
  • Practices management
  • Game strategy implementation

Timeline

Youth Engagement Support Services

Presley Ridge
08.2023 - 06.2025

Behavior Aide

Presley Ridge
08.2021 - 06.2023

DSP

GCS SUPPORTS
02.2016 - 01.2021

DSP

Step by step
01.2012 - 02.2016

High School Football Coach

McKeesport Area School District
08.2008 - Current

DSP

Northwestern Human Services
06.1999 - 11.2011

High School Diploma - Academic

McKeesport Senior High school

Accounting Specialist

California University of Pennsylvania

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