Compassionate DSP and Retail Leader with Reliability

Alexis Kennedy

St. Paul, Minnesota

Phone: 612-***-****

Email: ****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional with 8+ years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities in home and community-based settings. Skilled in personal care, life-skills development, advocacy, and accurate documentation. Strong communication skills with additional leadership experience in retail management, staff training, and customer service. Seeking a remote, entry-level role where empathy, organization, and reliability contribute to high-quality service and team success.

Work Experience

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Accra Healthcare 2022 – Present

Tranquility HHC 2020 – Present

Homlife HHC 2016 – 2020

- Provide personal care including bathing, hygiene, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.

- Support clients with building life skills, promoting independence, and self-care routines.

- Assist individuals with community integration, social activities, appointments, and employment opportunities.

- Offer emotional support, advocacy, and encourage autonomy and informed decision-making.

- Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and report changes in client behavior or health. Merchandise Manager

Family Dollar / Dollar Tree 2021 – 2023

- Oversaw daily stocking, store recovery, and presentation of merchandise.

- Organized seasonal areas, displays, signage, and store-front product racks.

- Managed unloading, processing, and organization of all store deliveries.

- Assisted with hiring, coaching, training, and scheduling store associates.

- Ensured compliance with company policies and operational guidelines.

- Handled front-end operations, cashier support, and bank deposits.

- Supervised daily closing procedures and maintained store cleanliness.

- Controlled inventory, expenses, and damaged merchandise. Education

Some College – Business Management

Massaponax High School – Fredericksburg, VA High School Diploma, 2012 Skills

• Personal Care & ADL Support

• Emotional Support & Advocacy

• Community Integration

• Life-Skills Coaching

• Documentation & Reporting

• Customer Service

• Merchandising & Inventory

• Team Leadership & Training

• Time Management

• Cash Handling

• Scheduling & Daily Operations

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