Sharon Burton
Rolla
Summary
Experienced Community Living Instructor with a strong focus on crisis intervention, documentation accuracy, and patient advocacy. Proven ability to create safe environments and foster independence for individuals with diverse needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Living Instructor
Compass Health Network
Rolla
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily activities and incidents.
- Transported individuals served to appointments or activities as needed.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary by deescalating situations using verbal techniques or physical interventions if needed.
- Supervised medication administration according to physician orders and agency policies.
- Maintained accurate records of assessments, progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Created a safe environment for all participants while promoting respect for themselves and others.
Direct Support Professional
Ram Home Care
Phoenix
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Implemented individualized care plans to support client goals and preferences.
- Facilitated social and recreational activities to promote community engagement.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and community events.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care provided.
- 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.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elsinore Union High School
Wildomar, CA06-1983
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Individualized care planning
- Community resource coordination
- Documentation accuracy
- Behavior monitoring
Timeline
Community Living Instructor
Compass Health Network
10.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Ram Home Care
01.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Elsinore Union High School