Umeka Kennedy
Winter Haven
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Sunrise Community Inc
Lakeland
05.2021 - Current
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bartow Senior High
Bartow, FL06-1992
Skills
- Behavioral monitoring
- Individualized service planning
- Medication administration
- Daily living assistance
- Activity coordination
- Client transportation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Sunrise Community Inc
05.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bartow Senior High