Tierzia BLACKBURN
Yuma
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in all
environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Amara yah LLC
Yuma
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided daily support to individuals with disabilities in various settings.
- Assisted clients with personal care and hygiene tasks as needed.
- Facilitated social interactions to promote community inclusion and engagement.
- Implemented individualized support plans tailored to client needs.
- Monitored client behavior and reported any concerns to the team.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client activities and progress notes.
- Supported clients in developing life skills for increased independence.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Volunteer
Grandma
Yuma
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Assisted with daily meal preparation and cooking tasks for family gatherings.
- Organized and maintained a clean, safe kitchen environment during food preparation.
- Coordinated grocery shopping trips to ensure availability of necessary ingredients.
- Provided companionship and support during activities, enhancing overall family engagement.
- Managed household chores, including laundry and cleaning, to maintain a tidy home.
- Planned and facilitated family events, ensuring smooth execution of activities.
- Developed recipes and meal plans based on dietary preferences and needs.
- Collaborated with family members to create a weekly schedule for household tasks.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
Education
Rochelle Township High
Rochelle, ILSkills
- Individualized support plans
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Client behavior monitoring
- Documentation practices
Certification
- CPR
- ADD
- Finger print clearance
- Prevention and support
- Article 9
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Amara yah LLC
03.2025 - 02.2026
Volunteer
Grandma
01.2023 - 03.2025
Rochelle Township High