Youstina Eskandar
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Highly personable and empathetic professional with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Possesses knowledge of vocational rehabilitation and job placement services, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Effectively supports individuals in achieving their employment goals. Committed to making a positive impact and dedicated to helping others overcome barriers and succeed in the workforce. Results-driven support professional prepared for impactful roles in direct care environments. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective daily management. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team operations and consistent quality outcomes. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Experienced with managing disability cases and providing client support. Utilizes strong organizational skills and regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance and effective service delivery. Track record of building collaborative relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams, leading to positive outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark Inc
09.2024 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Provided ongoing communication between 20 clients, 15 families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development for 10 members.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Conducted in-depth market research for identifying new business opportunities.
Medical Assistant for Medical Supplies
Doctor’s office
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Manage Medical Supplies and orders, ensuring adequate stock levels for patient care
- Provide administrative support, including data entry, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries
- Utilize Excel and other software for inventory tracking and administrative tasks
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Assisted in the development of clinic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE Public Schools
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Implemented lesson plans provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Supported classroom management and maintained discipline.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Prepared 30 reports on school day activities and student progress.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Science and Education
Ain Shams University, College of Women For Arts
Cairo, Egypt01.2015
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Documentation management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Logistics coordination
- Disability services
- Employer matching
Languages
Fluent in both Arabic and English, with strong communication skills in both languages.
Certification
- Personal Care Aide (PCA)
- Certified in CPR
- School Bus Attendant
- Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
- School Violence Prevention and Intervention
- Introductory Teacher Training for Substitute Teachers
- Dignity For All Students Act (DASA)
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark Inc
09.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant for Medical Supplies
Doctor’s office
06.2023 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE Public Schools
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Personal Care Aide (PCA)
- Certified in CPR
- School Bus Attendant
- Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
- School Violence Prevention and Intervention
- Introductory Teacher Training for Substitute Teachers
- Dignity For All Students Act (DASA)
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Science and Education
Ain Shams University, College of Women For Arts
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