Wendy Bennett
Washington
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Resiliant Direct Support Professional with solid background assisting patients with basic needs and care. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements, and protective measures. Perceptive individual familiar with social and community services rules and regulations.
Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion.
Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by implementing personalized care plans that improved overall quality of life for clients. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.
Compassionate Direct Support Professional known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management, personal care assistance, and developing individualized support plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client satisfaction and well-being.
Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Compassionate home healthcare professional offering demonstrated success in aligning daily activities with care plans and expediently reporting any client status changes. Promotes formation of habits for sustainable health improvement. In-depth knowledge of behavior redirection strategies.
Dependable professional with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states.
Reliable personal care professional bringing several years of experience in personal care assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.
Sympathtic personal care aide with several years of experience supporting patients with activities of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to healthcare team and supervisors.
Compassionate Personal Care Aide with experience in providing support to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their comfort and quality of life. Contributed to positive changes in clients' health and well-being through attentive care and emotional support.
Compassionate professional in personal care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in elderly support, disability care, and health monitoring. Excel using empathy, communication, and time management to enhance client well-being and comfort.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Linx
Parkersburg
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and requirements.
- Implemented behavior support plans to promote positive interactions and engagement.
- Monitored client health and safety, reporting any concerns promptly to supervisors.
- Documented client progress and activities accurately in compliance with agency standards.
- Provided transportation for clients to appointments, enhancing their access to services.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Rescare Homecare
Parkersburg
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and needs.
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Rescare Homecare
Parkersburg
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Supervised daily operations of direct support staff in homecare settings.
- Trained new employees on care protocols and client support techniques.
- Coordinated schedules for staff to ensure adequate coverage and client needs.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for clients with disabilities.
- Facilitated communication between families, clients, and support staff effectively.
- Implemented safety procedures to maintain a secure environment for clients.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote socialization among residents and clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client services provided including incident reports, medication logs, treatment plans.
- Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately and timely by direct support personnel.
- Created and maintained a positive work environment through effective communication with staff, residents, families, and other stakeholders.
- Assisted in developing individual service plans for each resident and client based on their needs and interests.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed to address challenging behaviors exhibited by residents and clients.
- Supervised and evaluated the performance of direct support staff members.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients as needed based on their individual requirements.
- Worked closely with medical staff to coordinate services for residents and clients as needed.
- Scheduled shift assignments for direct support professionals according to staffing needs.
- Provided guidance to direct support professionals in the performance of their job duties.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for direct support staff.
- Initiated disciplinary action when appropriate following established protocol.
- Monitored daily activities of direct support staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Investigated incidents involving clients or staff members reported by direct care workers.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with other supervisors to discuss resident and client progress and plan interventions when necessary.
- Conducted regular training sessions on safety protocols for direct support personnel.
- Encouraged participation in recreational activities for clients under supervision.
- Collaborated with external agencies such as mental health providers, educational institutions, and state licensing boards, as needed.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.A.I.S
Parkersburg
12.2018 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and needs.
- Followed care plans developed by healthcare staff for individualized support.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients during daily routines.
- Documented client progress and reported observations to healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated social interactions to enhance client engagement and well-being.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent care delivery for clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and regulations while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
- Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
- Monitored changes in physical condition or behaviors of clients which may indicate need for further medical attention or intervention.
- Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues affecting the health or safety of clients or staff members.
- Actively participated in educational training programs designed to enhance knowledge about disabilities or mental health issues.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
REM
Parkersburg
08.2012 - 04.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and needs.
- Facilitated social interactions to enhance client engagement and well-being.
- Followed care plans developed by healthcare staff for individualized support.
- Documented client progress and reported observations to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients during daily routines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent care delivery for clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and regulations while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
- Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
- Monitored changes in physical condition or behaviors of clients which may indicate need for further medical attention or intervention.
- Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
- Actively participated in educational training programs designed to enhance knowledge about disabilities or mental health issues.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues affecting the health or safety of clients or staff members.
- Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
- Encouraged a sense of self-determination among clients while providing guidance when necessary.
- Provided transportation services for clients to doctor's appointments, shopping trips or other outings as needed.
- Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
- Assessed potential risks associated with certain activities prior to engaging in them with the client population.
- Assisted with job search activities such as resume writing, interviewing techniques and job applications.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Education
Marietta High School
Marietta, OHPassport In Horticultural - Horticultural Science
Washington County Career Center
Marietta, OH 08.1991 - 06.1994
Skills
- Individualized care planning
- Medication administration
- Behavioral support techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Client documentation
- Health and safety monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Client advocacy
- Case management
- Effective communication
- Empathetic engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Active listening
- Disability awareness
- Multitasking and organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Health and safety requirements
- Indirect patient care
- Verbal and written communication
- Community integration
- Behavior redirection
- Transportation
- Direct patient care
- Client support
- Care delivery
- Report writing
- First aid and safety
- Hygiene assistance
- Crisis management
- Case management experience
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Mobility assistance
- Medical office administration
- Infection control procedures
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Problem-solving
- Care plan assessment
- Record keeping
- De-escalation techniques
- Community activities
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
- Safety monitoring
- Nutrition
- Behavioral support
- Support plan management
- Client safety and first aid
- Clinical quality program standards
- Chronic disease management
- Appointment scheduling
- ADL support
- Cultural awareness
- Compassionate caregiving
- Case documentation
- Report generation
- Health services
- Behavioral management
- Healthcare
- Emotional intelligence
- Patient management
- HIPAA compliance
- Nutrition support
- Life skills training
- Goal setting
- Self-advocacy training
- Transportation assistance
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Adaptive equipment use
- Decision-making support
- Recreational activities
- Therapeutic instruction
- Empathy and patience
- Progress documentation
- Client transportation
- Daily living support
- Medical records management
- Quality program protocols
Certification
CPR
AMAP
Languages
English
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Linx
01.2026 - 03.2026
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Rescare Homecare
10.2025 - 01.2026
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Rescare Homecare
01.2025 - 10.2025
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.A.I.S
12.2018 - 04.2024
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
REM
08.2012 - 04.2019
Passport In Horticultural - Horticultural Science
Washington County Career Center
08.1991 - 06.1994
Marietta High School