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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Summary

Detail-oriented direct support person skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities, transportation and maintaining overall well-being. Offering three years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering to patient care plans. Holds superior record of patient dedication and commitment by promoting comfort and quality care.

Skills
  • Compassionate client care
  • Community activities
  • Proper phone etiquette
  • Housekeeping
  • Coordination skills
  • Client satisfaction
Experience
Valley Community Services | Bedford, PADirect Support Professional07/2017 - 12/2020
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Monitored and reported clients' progress.
  • Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and other related errands.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success.
  • Reported concerns to supervisory Carly to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
  • Assisted individual with allocating small expenses to prepare and assess budgetary needs.
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Kept detailed records of patient care, daily progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
  • Traveled with coworkers to take notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.
  • Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress and changing health conditions.
Snyders of Berlin | Berlin, PASanitation11/1997 - 04/2017
  • Handled and stored hazardous chemicals safely to prevent injury or illness.
  • Cleaned dedicated areas effectively and efficiently.
  • Sanitized floors and walls to protect workers.
  • Took out garbage and recycling daily.
  • Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
  • Utilized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly.
  • Complied with company policies regarding safe storage of chemicals.
  • Used brooms, mops and vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and debris from floors.
  • Applied industrial chemicals safely to clean surfaces in work environment.
  • Set up production equipment for next day's operations.
Snyders of Berli | Berlin, Pa.Season Line Pusher11/1997 - 04/2017
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Collaborated with peers and other design team members to discuss product enhancements and features.
  • Checked the workspace regularly so that the area was kept safe and free of debris.
  • Observed quality control procedures.
  • Maintained updated quality control to ensure correct amount of seasoning was applied to the product.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Snyders of Berlin | Berlin, PAHand Packer11/1997 - 04/2017
  • Efficiently packaged food items, maintaining consistency to meet fulfillment deadlines.
  • Assembled cartons, crates and containers.
  • Accurately documented package information by completing associated paperwork, attaching labels and running barcodes using scanners.
  • Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
  • Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts to move materials.
  • Volunteered for additional hours and shifts during peak periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Promoted workplace safety and production efficiency by keeping workspaces clean, organized and free of hazards.
  • Moved packages using hand tools and automatic and semi-automatic equipment to prepare for shipment.
  • Reduced waste 90% by adhering closely to packaging procedures and monitoring use of packaging materials.
  • Inspected orders for accuracy by carefully reviewing containers, products, packaging and labeling.
  • Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
  • Sorted products efficiently to organize and optimize use of production areas.
  • Utilized pallet jacks to move items to and from different warehouse locations.
  • Examined production equipment closely and frequently to catch issues quickly and increase equipment lifetime.
Education and Training
Somerset High School | Somerset, PaHigh School Diploma06/1987
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Valley Community Services
  • Snyders of Berlin
  • Snyders of Berli

School Attended

  • Somerset High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Sanitation
  • Season Line Pusher
  • Hand Packer

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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