Direct Care High School

Aria Larkin

Ms Aria DeNeen Larkin

Jackson, MI **203

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+1-517-***-****

Professional Summary

I'm a energetic, self motivated, dependable, dedicated, reliable, team oriented, diligent worker Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Davis Better Care LLC-Jackson, MI

August 2024 to December 2024

• Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting

• Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and documented any changes or concerns

• Developed personalized care plans for each resident based on their specific needs and goals

• Ensured the safety and well-being of residents by maintaining a clean and organized living environment

• Supported individuals in participating in recreational activities, promoting social interaction and physical exercise

• Monitored residents' behavior and reported any significant changes to the appropriate supervisor or healthcare professional

• Implemented behavioral management techniques to address challenging behaviors effectively

• Collaborated with healthcare professionals, family members, and other staff members to provide comprehensive care for residents

• Documented all interactions, observations, and incidents accurately in resident files or electronic health records (EHR)

• Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on emotional regulation skills development

• Coordinated medical appointments for residents ensuring timely access to necessary healthcare services

• Managed crisis situations calmly while following established protocols

• Participated in regular training sessions related to caregiving techniques, emergency response procedures, etc

• Advocated for the rights of individuals with disabilities within the community

• Demonstrated empathy when addressing individual needs while maintaining professionalism

• Served as a mentor for new staff members providing guidance on best practices

• Cultivated positive relationships with residents fostering trust and cooperation

• Achieved XX% improvement in resident satisfaction through implementation of personalized care plans Direct Support Professional

Lifespan Services-Jackson, MI

August 2023 to November 2023

Assisting with but not limited to personal hygiene such as bathing, grooming, haircut, preparation of meals,light household chores, ADL's,Medication passing,outings Education

High school diploma

Tomlin Tec Wailson-Jackson, MI

November 2023 to Present

High school diploma or GED

Skills

• Home Care (10+ years)

• Special Needs (8 years)

• Caring for individuals with multiple sclerosis

• Patient service

• Writing skills

• Emotional support for ADL

• House cleaning assistance

• Commercial Cleaning

• Epic

• Patient observation

• Computer skills

• Front desk

• CPR

• Power BI

• Single-family home housekeeping

• Retail sales

• Team development

• Oral hygiene

• Microsoft Office

• Dusting

• Custodial experience

• Hospitality (10+ years)

• Organizational skills

• Food Preparation (10+ years)

• POS

• Kitchen experience

• Experience with children

• Marketing

• Group home experience

• Blood glucose testing

• Bartending

• Heavy lifting

• Microsoft Word

• Rehabilitation center experience

• Dementia care

• Vacuuming

• First aid

• Climbing

• Public health

• Cleaning

• Crisis Management

• Toileting assistance

• Communication skills

• Wound care

• Patients with traumatic brain injuries

• Retail math

• Mopping

• Sales

• Food safety

• Customer service

• Vital signs

• Experience with individuals with mental health conditions

• Working with people with developmental disabilities

• Personal grooming assistance

• Bar

• Behavioral health

• English

• Patient care

• Cooking (10+ years)

• Hair care assistance

• Experience with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders

• Cash handling (10+ years)

• Laundry (10+ years)

• Guest services

• Developmental Disabilities Experience (10+ years)

• Medication Administration (10+ years)

• Assisted living

• Janitorial experience

• Restaurant experience

• Hospice care

• Catheterization

• Product demos

• Fine dining experience

• Care plans

• Home health

• Knife skills

• Crisis Intervention

• Food industry

• Interviewing

• Data collection

• Cleaning Experience (10+ years)

• Behavior Management

• Personal care home

• Caregiving - Caregiving experience (3-5 years) (10+ years)

• Medication management

• Meal assistance

• Serving

• Phone etiquette

• Leadership

• Bathing assistance

• Working with people with disabilities

• Shaving (patient care)

• Geriatrics

• Caring for individuals with stroke

• Manufacturing

• Hotel experience

• Intellectual disabilities support

• Guest relations

• Independent living facility experience

• Caring for individuals with Parkinson's disease

• Typing

• Meal Preparation (10+ years)

• Casual dining experience

• Health monitoring assistance

• Cash register (10+ years)

• Providing care for clients - Clients cared for monthly (More than 10 people)

• Dishwashing

• Autism Experience

• Dressing assistance

• Patient interaction

• Individual / Group Counseling

• Assisting with ADLs

• Nail care

• Home & community care experience

• Memory care

• Grocery shopping assistance

• Skin care

• Errand assistance

• Microsoft Excel

• Nursing home experience

• Teamwork

• Food handling

• Senior Care (8 years)

• Culinary experience

• Weight handling in the workplace

• Food service

Languages

• English

Certifications and Licenses

CPR Certification

Driver's License

First Aid Certification

August 2023 to August 2024

Certified Home Health Aide

CPI Certification

AED Certification

ServSafe

Food Handler Certification

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