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Affiliations
Certification
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Valery Pivadga

Anoka,MN

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a strong background in medication administration and crisis management. Proven ability to interpret treatment plans and enhance client engagement through tailored activities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Living Skills Coordinator

SpringPath Mental Health Services
Crystal, Minnesota
04.2024 - Current

Developed engaging activities to promote mental well-being and encourage participation of individuals served.

  • Interpreted treatment plans to support clients in achieving their personal goals.
  • Administered medications, maintained accurate records, and managed crises using de-escalation techniques.
  • Provided direct care for individuals with disabilities, ensuring safety and quality of life.
  • Assisted clients with daily living tasks including bathing, grooming, and meal preparation.
  • Supported development of independent living skills such as budgeting and grocery shopping.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care for clients.
  • Responded effectively to emergencies, adhering to established protocols.

Direct Support Professional

Living Well Disability Services
Robbinsdale, Minnesota
02.2023 - 08.2025
  • Direct Support Professional, Team member coordinated Person Served activities, take them out for community activities, monitored vita signs and passed medication, document and maintained an accurate medical record for person served.

Direct Support Professional

Njenka Health Facility
Bamenda, Cameroon
02.2016 - 09.2022
  • Direct care and implement evidence based treatment strategies and conducted functional assessment to develop targeted intervention plans, ensuring optimal client outcome.

Education

Associate of Arts -

University Of Bamenda
Bamenda
11-2016

Skills

  • Treatment plan interpretation
  • Medication administration
  • Crisis management
  • Independent living assistance
  • Direct client care
  • Person-centered planning

Affiliations

  • Community Activity
  • Therapy appointment

Certification

  • CPR
  • CPI
  • Drivers Liscene
  • Personal Care

Languages

English
Professional
French
Limited

Timeline

Independent Living Skills Coordinator

SpringPath Mental Health Services
04.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Living Well Disability Services
02.2023 - 08.2025

Direct Support Professional

Njenka Health Facility
02.2016 - 09.2022

Associate of Arts -

University Of Bamenda