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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Summary
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Capable direct care professional with solid background working with individuals. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements and protective measures. Perceptive, service-oriented and observant.
Reliable Care Provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional patient care in home environments. Passionate about fostering patient progress through teaching sustainable habits for health and wellbeing. Dedicated to patient safety and wellness.
Detail-oriented Home Care professional adept in offering client assistance with daily living activities, transportation and overall well-being. Offering 20 years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering to patient care plans. Superior record of patient dedication and commitment to promoting comfort and quality care.
Skills
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Experience
Direct Support Professional|Lutheran Social Service Of Minnesota - Little Falls , MN|11/2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Transported client to doctor's appointments and to complete other related errands.
- Followed physician orders when providing care and monitoring client well-being, safety and comfort.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities.
- Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention.
- Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in [Type] actions and monitoring patients.
Housekeeper|Res-Care, Inc. - Westminster , CO|05/2019 - 11/2019
- Followed proper handling procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floor and fixtures.
- Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
- Completed cleaning tasks while spending majority of day walking, twisting, bending, pushing and kneeling to get job done.
- Provided detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
- Maintained exceptional guest satisfaction by working closely with management and reporting feedback from customers.
- Replenished hotel amenities such as drinking glasses and writing supplies.
- Hand dusted and wiped clean office furniture, fixtures and window sills.
- Removed all trash from guest rooms, including emptying wastebaskets and properly disposing of all soiled linen.
- Created checklists for daily stocking of housekeeping carts to improve inventory management and prevent unnecessary trips to stockroom.
- Collected trash from receptacles and surfaces, discreetly removing items for disposal.
- Cleaned and returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems.
- Supplied guests with extra towels and toiletries when requested.
- Dusted and vacuumed [Number] assigned rooms, wiped baseboards, removed scuff marks and cleaned mirrors, toilets, sinks, showers, tubs and marble floors daily.
- Performed basic cleaning tasks by polishing furniture, replacing trash bags, cleaning bathroom surfaces and replacing dirty linens and towels.
- Reported all maintenance issues to the housekeeping status board.
- Spot cleaned carpets using industrial carpet cleaner.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and patrons when performing daily duties.
School Bus Monitor|Go Riteway Transportation Group - Portage , WI|11/2018 - 05/2019
- Prevented loss of students' belongings on or adjacent to bus via visual monitoring and verbal reminders.
- Spoke directly with each student to understand pressing needs, concerns or fears.
- Complied with state, local and federal laws regarding student confidentiality.
- Implemented process to make sure students exited at correct stop and to proper guardians.
- Accompanied driver and children on bus route to keep students safe and protected.
- Supervised safe and orderly entry and exit of bus riders and physically assisted those with special needs.
- Monitored buses, including up to [Number] special education passengers up to age [Number].
- Exhibited expertise of safety and emergency laws and procedures and helped students evacuate quickly and safely upon emergencies.
- Protected students from physical and verbal bullying.
- Used techniques such as positive reinforcement and behavior modeling with instill discipline in children.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
Education and Training
Kingston High School||City, State|06/1998High School Diploma
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School Attended
- Kingston High School
Job Titles Held:
- Direct Support Professional
- Housekeeper
- School Bus Monitor
Degrees
- High School Diploma
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