Addison Hodges
St Louis
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, flexible, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Chariton Valley Association
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Monitored behavioral patterns, implementing strategies to enhance client engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize support services for clients.
- Trained new staff on best practices in client care and support techniques.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs, fostering a supportive environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents for reporting purposes.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to improve service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Associate
TJX Companies—Marshalls
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions and customer satisfaction.
- Created welcoming environment for customers, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained organized work area to promote cleanliness and efficiency.
- Processed customer returns swiftly to uphold service standards.
- Answered customer inquiries, providing clear and helpful information.
- Operated individualized computer system for sales and specialty credit card signups.
- Managed merchandise effectively, keeping inventory up to date.
- Maintained metal catalog of merchandise locations, facilitating quick retrieval.
- Trained new associates on operational procedures and company policies to ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with team to enhance customer service and streamline checkout processes.
Admissions and Concessions Worker
Kirksville Aquatic Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Created welcoming environment for guests to enhance experience.
- Prepared and served food and drinks, with a certification in food safety.
- Operated individualized computer system for streamlined record-keeping.
- Managed profit records and processed deposits for city reporting.
- Resolved complex customer issues related to reservations and season passes.
Manager
The Ville Escape Room and Axe Throwing
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Operated surveillance systems and specialized computer programs.
- Operated cash register and managed electronic payment transactions.
- Executed safety demonstrations involving potentially risky objects
- Booked events for customers using specialized software.
- Coordinated execution of medium to large-sized events, ensuring seamless operations.
- Addressed technology challenges.
- Created schedules for employees.
- Designed original clues and dynamic rooms.
- Organized materials for employees.
- Executed cleaning responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Washington University in St. Louis
St Louis, MO12-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
Kirksville High School
05-2024
Skills
- Time management, Team collaboration, Adaptability and flexibility
- First aid and safety, Crisis management, Medication administration
- Behavior redirection, Behavioral management, De-escalation techniques, Individualized support planning
- Community integration, Transportation assistance
- Empathy and patience, Problem-solving, Client advocacy
- Housekeeping tasks
Certification
- Principles of Positive Behavior Support Pt.1: Overview - Relias
- Event Management Tracking (EMT) Training - Relias
- MO Abuse and NeglectIdentification, Reporting, Prevention - Relias
- Basics of Personal Protective Equipment - Relias
- Defensive Driving Basics - Relias
- HIPAA: Do's and Don'ts of Social Media and Electronic Communication - Relias
- Bloodborne Pathogens and the Use of Standard Precautions - Relias
- HCBS and Individual Rights - Relias
- Ethics of Touch - Relias
- Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention - Relias
- Dementia Care: Understanding Communication
- Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA) Certification - Relias
- Intellectual Disabilities: Interventions, Supports and Outcomes - Relias
- Principles of Positive Behavior Support - Relias
- CPR Certification - Relias
- First Aid Certification - Relias
ACHIEVEMENTS & HONORS
Honor Roll (9-12), Rotary Youth Leadership Award (10), Sole Scholarship: Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Recipient (11), First Runner-Up for World Leadership Congress Missouri Scholarship (11), Inducted into the International Thespian Society (11), ALA Missouri Girls State (12)
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Chariton Valley Association
05.2025 - Current
Associate
TJX Companies—Marshalls
12.2023 - 01.2025
Admissions and Concessions Worker
Kirksville Aquatic Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Manager
The Ville Escape Room and Axe Throwing
01.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Kirksville High School
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Washington University in St. Louis