SYDNEY HALEY
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced direct support professional with 7 years of work in the field dedicated to assisting patients that have developmental and intellectual disabilities with a passion for working with and helping those in need. Seeking to expand my proficiency within the healthcare realm while being professionally challenged. Well versed particularly in caring for those with Autism, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia also experience with behavioral patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
LIFE PATH
01.2017 - Current
- Working with three high functioning adult patients
- Supervising and aiding them with everyday tasks while establishing positive relationships with each individual to ensure they meet their short or long term goals
- Assistance with daily living
- Identify and strategically intervene when behaviors of risk present themselves
- Complete daily chart notes and take vital signs
- Preparing nutritional meals according to individual's needs and preferences
- Administering daily medications
- Provide transportation to program or appointments
- Assisting individuals with personal care such as hygiene and grooming
- Help individual set or achieve their own personal goals and outcomes
- Ensuring all individual's rights are protected and valued
- Provide quality care while creating an environment that is rich in respect and dignity
- Data collecting: protocols, community outings, progression notes on outcomes and behavioral plans
- Handling housekeeping tasks and promoting that individuals take interest in the upkeep of their living space
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
RESOURCES FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Working with and supervising individuals with disabilities in an office setting
- Completing all mandatory trainings on workshop courses
- Participate with all activities during Day Program and various assigned activities
- Assisting participants with daily activities, community outings, and lunch
- Building an environment that exudes good morale and well-being
- Be aware of participants whereabouts at all times
Education
PSYCHOLOGY - Psychology
ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE
BROOKLYN, NY12.2017
NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BETHLEHEM, PA12.2016
Skills
- Checking Vital Signs
- Working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Home Care
- Medication Administration
- Caregiving
- Behavior redirection
- Patient Care
- Client support
- CPR
- First Aid
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Cooking meals
Timeline
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
LIFE PATH
01.2017 - Current
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
RESOURCES FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
01.2016 - 01.2018
PSYCHOLOGY - Psychology
ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE
NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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