O'Halloran Amanda
St Louis
Summary
Dedicated professional skilled in empathy, adaptability, and teamwork. Proven ability to implement educational activities and provide compassionate support, enhancing quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
Self
St Louis, MO
11.2018 - Current
- Managed daily household operations, ensuring efficient time management and organization.
- Developed and implemented educational activities to promote children's learning and development.
- Coordinated schedules for multiple family members, optimizing routines and commitments.
- Maintained a nurturing environment, fostering emotional well-being and conflict resolution among children.
Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional
Search, INC
Mount Prospect, IL
09.2014 - 11.2018
- Assisted adults with disabilities with daily living skills to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Developed and implemented ISPs to meet unique needs of clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client activities and incidents to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Managed a caseload of 30 clients at a day training program for adults with disabilities.
Direct Support Professional
Little Friends, INC
Naperville, IL
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Supervised daily activities for adults with disabilities in their homes, ensuring safety and compliance with care plans.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in resident care and crisis management techniques.
- Coordinated recreational activities, promoting social engagement and skill development among residents.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident interactions, health observations, and incident reports.
- Managed medication administration for multiple residents, ensuring timely distribution according to prescribed dosages while maintaining accurate records of usage and refills needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2009
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Case documentation
- Behavioral support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Substitute Teacher K-12
- Completed Protecting God's Children
Languages
English
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent
Self
11.2018 - Current
Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional
Search, INC
09.2014 - 11.2018
Direct Support Professional
Little Friends, INC
04.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Illinois State University