Work Experience
Imagine Supported Living Services
Current
Imagine Supported Living Services
PUMA Group
2000-01-01 - 2002-07-01
PUMA Group
Symantec
1997-01-01 - 2001-01-01
Symantec
Summary
I seek opportunities to expand my skill set and income in the field of support for persons with disabilities. I have 4 years experience working with several individuals. My primary experience has been with a young person who requires 24/7 support, has extreme difficulty with communication, some physical handy caps, requires support with many activities of daily living and personal hygiene, and who faces substantial behavioral challenges. Specialties: I have been very successful with a very challenging consumer. I have skill in patient observation and listening. Positive communication in non-traditional forms. De-escalation of crisis situations. Redirecting of negative energy and behavior. Communication geared toward teaching skills. Communicating compassion and care for my consumer. Patient. Non-judgmental. Adaptable. Organized. Mindful.