Aaliyah Michael
Norwood
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Strawberry Fields Incorporated, skilled in individualized support planning and crisis management. Proven ability to enhance client independence through effective documentation and behavior redirection. Committed to fostering a safe environment while promoting well-being and creativity in diverse settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Strawberry Fields Incorporated
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Collaborated with team members to develop individualized support plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress, documenting observations and reporting changes to supervisors.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients and staff.
- Attended training sessions to improve skills in person-centered care approaches.
Teacher's Assistant
Step By Step Daycare
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Assisted teachers in delivering classroom instruction and managing student engagement
- Provided assistance to special needs students as needed for their successful integration into the daycare setting.
- Promoted creativity among students using various art projects, music, dance, and imaginative play activities.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Kept children between ages of 5 months and safe and 11 secure with vigilant oversight.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 1-5 years.
- Collaborated with staff to facilitate daily routines and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Interboro Senior HighSchool
Prospect Park, PA06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2027
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Direct patient care
- Disability awareness
- Crisis management
- Individualized support planning
- Progress documentation
- Hygiene assistance
Certification
- Fire Safety Training - February 2025
- IDD Choice, Rights, and Building Relationships Training- March 2025
- Non Oral Medication Training - March 2025
- Preventing, Identifying, and Responding to Abuse and Neglect - January 2025
- Emergency Protocols to include: Stroke and other life Threatening Sudden Illness
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Strawberry Fields Incorporated
10.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Step By Step Daycare
06.2022 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Interboro Senior HighSchool
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
The Pennsylvania State University
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