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Vallen Schalk

Sidney Center,NY

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

DSA

OPWDD
Franklin, NY
11.2017 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

  • Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and share information about new treatment strategies.
  • Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness, hospitalization or bereavement.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.
  • Transported clients to appointments or other destinations using a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
  • Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
  • Instructed clients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers.
  • Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
  • Adapted existing programs to meet the specific requirements of each individual client.
  • Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
  • Organized therapeutic activities designed to help individuals reach personal goals related to communication, mobility, behavior management.
  • Provided direct care and support to individuals with special needs in a residential setting.
  • Attended training sessions on relevant topics such as First Aid and CPR certification, medication administration procedures.

HCBS

Springbrook
Oneonta, NY
02.2016 - 11.2016
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.

Housekeeping Inspection Manager

Vail Resorts Inc
Crestone, CO
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Resolved complaints regarding housekeeping and room service.
  • Communicated problems regarding guest rooms to housekeeping services and maintenance personnel.
  • Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Planned work schedules, hours, areas of work and job duties to effectively render housekeeping services.
  • Maintained exam rooms by monitoring and replenishing supplies and performing routine housekeeping.
  • Maintained safe and clean work environment by keeping warehouse work areas neat, floors clean and goods safely stacked.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Applied Psychology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Decision-Making
  • Verbal Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Computer Skills
  • Written Communication
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • farming
  • gardening
  • hiking
  • fishing, hunting, trapping.
  • boating
  • running and playing sports

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Native/ Bilingual

References

Sherry Hansen RN1

607-265-3322 ext 229

607-206-8180

Camiel fletcher DA2

607-287-6194

Stefaine bowers DA2

315-876-3450

Kettly Zenon DSA

631-949-2623

Timeline

DSA

OPWDD
11.2017 - Current

HCBS

Springbrook
02.2016 - 11.2016

Housekeeping Inspection Manager

Vail Resorts Inc
08.2015 - 12.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Applied Psychology

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville

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