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Summer Myers

Bates City

Summary

I am a compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. I believe in promoting client dignity, independence, health, and positive interactions within the community. I posses excellent skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this role. I am confident in the leadership I would bring for this position, allowing me to grow alongside the Higginsvile Habilitation Center.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Higginsville Habilitation Center
Higginsville
08.2025 - Current
  • Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for clients' unique requirements.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare professionals effectively.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at the habilitation center.
  • Implemented recreational activities to promote social interaction and engagement.
  • Documented client progress and behaviors accurately in daily reports.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure high-quality support services.
  • Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance client well-being.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.

Education

Oak Grove High School
Oak Grove, MO

Skills

  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Emotional support provision
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient care
  • Charting and documentation
  • Empathy and patience
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Hygiene support
  • Environmental safety maintenance
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Leadership

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Higginsville Habilitation Center
08.2025 - Current

Oak Grove High School
Summer Myers