Karcelia Neufville
Newark
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate direct care and support. Utilizes effective communication and crisis intervention techniques to address client needs. Track record of creating individualized care plans and fostering supportive environment.
Experienced personal support professional with good understanding of safety, documentation and behavior support needs. Consistently helps patients develop and improve daily living skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Service
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
Direct Support Professional
Choice for Community Living
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Direct Care Counselor
Caring Hearts Home Care
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions back into the community following program completion.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and promoting effective communication for better understanding of their needs.
- Improved clients'' daily living skills through consistent guidance and encouragement in various activities.
- Provided crisis intervention as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment for all involved parties.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques effectively, resulting in improved client self-regulation abilities over time.
- Supported clients during community outings, helping them develop social skills and independence while ensuring their safety.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, enabling accurate assessment of growth and necessary adjustments to care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
African Methodist Episcopal University
Monrovia, Liberia06-2018
High School Diploma -
Assembly of God Mission High School
Monrovia, Liberia12-2001
Skills
- Elderly care
- Daily living support
- Anxiety management
- Safety awareness
- Social skills training
- Medication management
- Individual counseling
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Service
11.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Choice for Community Living
07.2023 - Current
Direct Care Counselor
Caring Hearts Home Care
01.2022 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
African Methodist Episcopal University
High School Diploma -
Assembly of God Mission High School
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