Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking Direct Support Professional Caregiver position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Aide Specialist
Special Citizens Future Unlimited
Bronx, NY
02.2017 - Current
Maintained patient rooms by making beds, sweeping units, and wiping down surfaces.
Enhanced patient stays by creating and maintaining visual calendar of social, recreational and education activities.
Performed intake triage, vitals and assisted patients with mental health screenings.
Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
Adapted and adjusted patient medication dosages to optimize effectiveness and improve overall patient behavior.
Worked with Individuals with special needs to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
Direct Support Professional
Special Citizens Future Unlimited
Bronx , NY
09.2013 - 02.2017
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Child Psychology
B.M.C.C.
New York, NY
High School Diploma -
New York School of Printing
New York, NY
06.1980
Skills
Excellent leadership
Flexible & Adaptable
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Self-motivated professional
Team player
Client Education
Developmental Disabilities
Vital Signs Management
Diagnosing Patients
Respectful and Compassionate
Certification
CPR/Wilderness First Aide Certification AMAP - 2/17
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