Direct Support Mental Health
Resume:
Lavette Taylor
Objective
Piscataway, NJ *****
**********@*****.***
Professional Summary
To contribute developed skills and comprehensive experience in Education and Social Services. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Residential Counselor
TRIPLE C HOUSING-North Brunswick, NJ
October 2021 to Present
Assist consumers in access and maintenance of quality rehabilitative support services. Support in household responsibilities, money management, oversight of medication administration and tracking. Working with mental health clients .
Residential Associate Supervisor
The Center for Great Expectations-Somerset, NJ
October 2019 to Present
• Oversee and ensure the completion of daily activities, including meals, chores, educational groups, recreational activities, client appointments, and transportation.
• Work with clinicians to better assist residents with their treatment plan.
• Complete accurate logs and reports for effective team communication across shifts. Scheduling and making sure all training are complete and to support employees were needed.
• Transport and accompany clients to activities like grocery shopping, recreation, and appointments. Direct Support Professional (DSP)Direct support professional Easter Seals of New Jersey-Edison, NJ
January 2009 to October 2019
Provide one- on -one coaching plan and supervise daily events assist clients with their social and personal development needs lead group sessions motivation clients to perform at the highest level while observing their behavior.
Residential Counselor
Cerebral Palsy Association of Middlesex County-Edison, NJ March 2006 to October 2008
Supervise daily living skills to facilitate independent living and community integration. Monitor medical and social needs involving direct patient care.
Teacher Assistant
Morris-Union Jointure Commission-New Providence, NJ January 2000 to June 2007
Assisted autistic and disabled students and students with behaviors in developing reading and writing their individual goals.
Education
High school
Rahway High School - Rahway, NJ
September 1988 to June 1992
Skills
• Personal Care
• Autism
• Disability
• Multilingual
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Experience with Children
• Crisis Intervention
• Supervising experience
• Caregiving
• Social work
• Case management
• Customer service
• Microsoft Office
• Home care
• Teaching
• Medication Administration
• Behavioral Health
• Meal Preparation
• Crisis Management
• Medication administration
• Supervising experience
• Direct support
• Group home
• Data collection
• Childcare
• Documentation review
• Cash handling
• Behavioral therapy
• Direct Support
• Individual / Group Counseling
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
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