Kandice Esser
Mohnton
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate support professional with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and contribute positively towards progress and goals. Known for strong adaptability and effective communication that ensures quality care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Support Specialist
Supportive Concepts
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated consumer's schedules to ensure smooth transitions between daily routines while minimizing conflicts related to shared resources or space utilization.
- Collaborated closely with other residential support specialists to maintain a cohesive and supportive team atmosphere within the facility.
- Assisted residents with personal care tasks, ensuring their health, hygiene, and well-being were maintained at all times.
- Provided consistent support for residents with varying levels of cognitive, physical, or emotional disabilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident''s needs and goals.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Support Staff
Bayada
04.2009 - 12.2014
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Governor Mifflin High School
Shillington, PASkills
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Relationship building
- ADL support
- Social skills development
- Individualized support planning
- Progress documentation
Timeline
Residential Support Specialist
Supportive Concepts
08.2018 - Current
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
10.2014 - 07.2018
Support Staff
Bayada
04.2009 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Governor Mifflin High School
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