Kassie Sielski
Waynesburg
Summary
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Greene Arc
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Direct Support Professional/Job Development Specialist
Family Ties Home and Community Supports Inc.
08.2019 - 02.2025
- 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Assist with obtaining/maintaining a job in a customized employment setting,
Paraprofessional
Family Ties Home and Community Supports
08.2019 - 02.2025
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
CAP Team 2 Associate
Walmart
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained merchandise presentation by removing damaged goods, stocking, and rotating merchandise and signing and pricing merchandise.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, efficiently investigating discrepancies and adjusting errors.
- Worked closely with department managers to prioritize restocking needs, maximizing sales potential across all categories.
- Counted supplies in stock room and posted totals to inventory records using RF scanner.
Cook
Manor Lanes Bowling Ctr
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
CNA
Uniontown Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Laurel View Village
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Star High School
Boswell05-2013
NOCTI Certification And CNA License - Health And Medical Assisting
Somerset County Technology Center
Somerset, PA05-2013
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Greene Arc
02.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional/Job Development Specialist
Family Ties Home and Community Supports Inc.
08.2019 - 02.2025
Paraprofessional
Family Ties Home and Community Supports
08.2019 - 02.2025
CAP Team 2 Associate
Walmart
06.2019 - 08.2019
Cook
Manor Lanes Bowling Ctr
05.2016 - 06.2018
CNA
Uniontown Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2016
CNA
Laurel View Village
10.2014 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
North Star High School
NOCTI Certification And CNA License - Health And Medical Assisting
Somerset County Technology Center
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