Vanessa Broadway
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Compassionate professional with strong skills in behavioral support and client advocacy. Experienced in developing personalized care plans that enhance client independence and foster community integration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Direct Support Professional
Crosspoint
Kansas City, KS
11.2020 - 02.2026
- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for client interaction and safety protocols.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with family members.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged social interaction among clients, fostering community engagement.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs, ensuring tailored support aligned with goals.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Community Living Opportunities
Lenexa, KS
10.2015 - 11.2020
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities to enhance independence.
- Assisted in implementing personalized care plans to meet specific needs of clients.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral changes for effective communication with healthcare teams.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to promote emotional well-being and social engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and improve client outcomes.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
TNC Community
Independence, MO
05.2012 - 09.2015
- Implemented safety protocols within residential environments to ensure client well-being and security.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Complied with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures related to the provision of direct support services for individuals with disabilities or other special needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of client needs in order to adjust care plans accordingly or bring attention to potential issues requiring further evaluation from healthcare providers.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship
Lead Daycare Teacher
Nitas Childcare
Kansas City, MO
05.2009 - 08.2015
- Developed engaging curriculum to enhance children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted positive behavior and peer interactions.
- Implemented strategies to support children with diverse needs and learning styles.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching practices among staff members.
- Evaluated daily activities to ensure alignment with educational standards and child safety protocols.
- Coordinated special events that encouraged family involvement and community engagement in childcare activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Graduation Alliance
Kansas City, KS05-2007
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Client advocacy
- Activity planning
- Community integration
- Relationship building
- Patient management
- Behavior redirection
Timeline
Lead Direct Support Professional
Crosspoint
11.2020 - 02.2026
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Community Living Opportunities
10.2015 - 11.2020
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
TNC Community
05.2012 - 09.2015
Lead Daycare Teacher
Nitas Childcare
05.2009 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Graduation Alliance