Osali Lawrence
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management, personal care assistance, and developing individualized support plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client satisfaction and well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Concepts
Reading
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tacky High School
Jamaica 07-2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Client progress reporting
- Activity planning
- Meal preparation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Creative solutions
- Direct care aide
- Emergency response
- Self motivation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Concepts
02.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Tacky High School