Vanessa Cutter
Erie
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Supportive Living Services, enhancing client independence through personalized care plans and compassionate support. Skilled in medication administration and behavior redirection, I effectively advocate for client rights while fostering positive relationships, ensuring safety and well-being in all interactions.
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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Living Services
06.2011 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Developed personalized support plans to enhance client independence and well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care tailored to individual needs.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting strategies to improve outcomes and quality of life.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Trained new staff on best practices for direct support, enhancing team effectiveness.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences within service frameworks, promoting self-advocacy skills.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to address challenges and encourage positive behaviors.
- 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 crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Education
Erie Central High
Erie, PASkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Living Services
06.2011 - Current
Erie Central High
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