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Valentina Femia

New Paltz,NY

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional at The Arc Midhudson, skilled in client support and relationship building. Successfully facilitated community integration and independence for individuals through tailored care plans and effective communication. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving in enhancing clients' quality of life while maintaining meticulous documentation of progress.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

The Arc Midhudson
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted individuals approach and make progress on personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities
  • Specifically worked in the Community Habilitation program, ie using personal vehicle to safely transport individuals from home to destinations they desire as aligned with goals (community events, errands, park visits, shopping) and back
  • Consistent mileage tracking and reporting
  • Consistent documentation on individuals' progress regarding goals, both daily and monthly notes
  • Provided ongoing communication between individuals, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services
  • Assisted disabled individuals to support independence and well-being
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for individuals
  • Supported and encouraged individuals in management of finances, nutrition, prosocial behavior and interactions, and exercise


Student Intern

Suny Ulster
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Completed everyday clerical tasks the offices which I worked (TRIO and financial aid) such as managing emails, phone calls, student and parent outreach, greeting students and parents, accessing / running / updating student database for program, filing student information / recordkeeping, assisting students and advisors in scheduling appointments, assisting students fill out FAFSA form, performing mail runs and pick-ups
  • Found creative ways to promote student engagement and awareness such as decorating the offices, creating flyers, posting flyers around campus

Education

Associate of Science - Psychology

SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05-2026

Associate of Science - Human Services

SUNY Ulster
Stone Ridge, NY
05-2024

High School Diploma -

Frank Sinatra School of The Arts
Astoria, NY
06-2021

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Client documentation
  • Relationship building
  • Transportation
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Goal setting
  • Recreational activities
  • Progress documentation
  • Self-advocacy training
  • Problem-solving
  • Daily living support
  • Empathy and patience
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

  • Graduated from SUNY Ulster in May 2024 with an Associate's Degree of Science in Human Services
  • Received Student Worker of the Year from SUNY Ulster in May 2024

Certification

  • Trained in CPR
  • Trained in Comm Hab DSP work

Interests

  • Art-making
  • Poetry / writing
  • Photography
  • Serene hikes
  • Music
  • Film

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

The Arc Midhudson
05.2024 - Current

Student Intern

Suny Ulster
04.2023 - 06.2024

Associate of Science - Psychology

SUNY New Paltz

Associate of Science - Human Services

SUNY Ulster

High School Diploma -

Frank Sinatra School of The Arts