Direct Support A Team
Resume:
Rahnesha Merritt
Therapeutic Program Worker- Warrensville Developmental Center
Cleveland, OH 44127
***********@*****.***
I'm a team player. Im good at working with others as well as by myself. I like getting my job done and on time. I feel that I'm very dependable I like to always keep myself available if needed. I'm a fast learner I adapt to my environment well.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Youth Specialist
Cuyahoga Hills Juvenile Correctional Facility - Highland Hills, OH February 2022 to Present
Provides services, including guidance counseling, behavioral observation, and custodial care, to youth detained in the Juvenile Detention facility. This position serves as a direct caregiver under the direction of a Shift Supervisor, providing structure and supervision for youth in detention. Therapeutic Program Worker
WARRENSVILLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER - Highland, OH
December 2016 to Present
Work with individuals with disabilities in their daily routines Direct Support Professional
Our lady of the Wayside - Avon, OH
July 2014 to February 2016
Responsibilities
• Assist adults with disabilities with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly home by following safety and infection control procedures;
• Assists with fiscal management, this may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts and assisting with spending choices;
• Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with Lead DSP and other staff to assure quality and continuity of support to residents
Skills Used
Team work Manger skills money management
In Home Care Aide
United Cerebral Palsy - Cleveland, OH
April 2013 to October 2014
Direct Support Professional, Residential Services
Provide direct care such as meal preparation, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and housekeeping to adults with disabilities.
Server
Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation The Greens - Lyndhurst, OH December 2013 to July 2014
Assist with the dietary needs of seniors. Performs the ware washing for the department meal service program. Deliver meals to seniors as requested.
Server, Senior Living Pub. Able
Menorah Park Nursing Home - Beachwood, OH
March 2012 to October 2013
Beachwood Ohio
2012-2013
Assist with the dietary needs of seniors. Performs the ware washing for the department meal service program. Deliver meals to seniors as requested.
Mixes and serves drinks for seniors in the Senior Living Pub. Able to mix drinks quickly and properly. Able to stock and prepare garnishes for drinks, keep up with the ice supply while maintaining a clean work station.
Assist customers
Family Dollar - Cleveland, OH
2011 to 2013
with final purchases. Answer questions, operate computerized registers, handle money, restock merchandise, and complete other assigned jobs as requested. Clerk
Meter Reader
June 2010 to August 2010
provide assistance to department of water staff as needed. Pool Aide
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
July 2009 to August 2009
Seasonal)
• Maintain swimming pool deck, locker rooms, and related areas are in a clean and orderly state.
• Check attendees/patrons in locker rooms, ensuring that locker rooms are vacated promptly after use.
• Provide assistance to lifeguards by observing swimmers.
• Assist with the enforcement of rules and policies regarding pool operation. Painter
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
June 2007 to July 2007
Seasonal)
• Painted fire hydrants throughout the City of Cleveland so that they can provide higher visibility for emergency crews.
Education
High School Diploma
Success Tech Academy
2006 to 2010
Business Management
University of Akron
2010
Skills
• Microsoft Office Internet Filing Customer Service Electronic Cash Register Fax Machine
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Senior Care
• Caregiving
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Senior Care
• Meal Preparation
• Account Reconciliation
• General Ledger Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Office experience
• Administrative experience
• Customer service
• Home Care
• Food handling (3 years)
Certifications and Licenses
CPR
2015 to 2018
Driver's License
Additional Information
SKILLS
Microsoft Office Internet Filing
Customer Service Electronic Cash Register Fax Machine
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