Traja Ferguson
Cleveland, OH *****
************@*****.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Waiver Supervisor
Koinonia Homes-Cleveland, OH
October 2023 to Present
DSP/Caregiver
Sweet Home Healthcare-Cleveland, OH
December 2022 to Present
As a DSP/ Caregiver I assist elderly and physically and mentally disabled adults with activities of daily living. I escort them to appointments as well as help them schedule their appointments. Direct Support Professional
Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland-Cleveland, OH October 2022 to November 2022
As a direct support specialist, I assisted elderly and special needs individuals with Activities of Daily Living. I administered medication accurately and on time. I provided companionship when needed. Caregiver/Personal Assistant
Enterprise Health Staffing-Cleveland, OH
2019 to March 2021
• Employed as an elderly and a disabled caregiver
• Arranged for client transport to medical appointments
• Assisted client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLS)
• Retrieved prescriptions on behalf of clients
• Assisted with household needs, such as cleaning, laundry and cooking Customer Service Associate
Advantmed-Cleveland, OH
March 2019 to July 2019
Traveled to medical facilities to retrieve patient's confidential files to be extracted and copied and imported into electronic service reports per request. Direct Support Professional
New Leaf Residential Services-Cleveland, OH
2018 to 2018
As a direct support specialist, I assisted elderly and special needs individuals with Activities of Daily Living. I administered medication accurately and on time. I provided companionship when needed. Caregiver/ Aide
Connecting Hearts, LLC.-Cleveland Hts, OH
2017 to 2018
In a Person-Centered environment, I offered total care for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. I provided companionship while advocating individuality, responsibility, and self-respect while in the community.
Program Manager
Right At School, LLC-Cleveland Hts, OH
2017 to 2017
Working with the school's administration, education staff, and local area managers; I managed a team of educators under ODJFS rules and regulations. I was responsible for creating an inviting and delivering a quality, interactive, safe environment for the delivery of fun, age appropriate activities to kindergarten to fifth grade students; while using positive behavior intervention strategies and building relationships with both the children and parents. I maintained student enrollment at company's expectations. Administrator
Ebony's Angels Childcare & Enrichment Center-Cleveland, OH 2016 to 2016
I am responsible for making sure the center is in compliance with the rules and regulations required by a childcare center operating under ODJFS and Step Up To Quality. Caregiver, Personal Assistant
Howie Vactor-Shaker Heights, OH
2013 to 2016
I performed personal care duties for Mr. Vactor. I escort Mr. Vactor to clinic visits, the bank, as well as other important appointments. I also run errands such as grocery shopping and dropping off/ picking up laundry, light housekeeping, meal preparation, Glucose testing, and bookkeeping. Education
Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology
Cleveland State University-Cleveland, OH
2008
Diploma
Richmond Heights High School-Richmond Heights, OH
1999
Skills
• Home Care
• Meal Preparation
• Driving
• Home health
• Cleaning Experience
• Time management
• Medication Administration
• Caregiving
• Senior care
• Personal assistant experience
• Data entry
• Senior Care
• Patient Care
• Program management
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Recruiting
• Customer service
• Laundry
• Dementia Care
• Cooking
• Team Management
• Program Management
• Case Management
• Leadership
• Team management
• Personal Assistant Experience
• HIPAA
• Childcare
• Hospitality
Certifications and Licenses
CPR/ AED certification
Driver's License
First Aid Certification
Med Pass Certification