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Lashonna D.

Lashonna D.

$17.00 / hr

Clementon, NJ

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About Lashonna

I am 29 years old and I have always been a caregiver. Every job I have ever held required caring for individuals who needed extra support. I am a caregiver because I developed a love for the field at a very young age. I come from a long line of caregivers, the most influential being my grandmother. As a nurse she cared for strangers all day and then she would come home and care for her ailing mother, one son who had special needs and intellectual disabilities and another who had a terminal illness. Everyday that I advocate for the people I support, I think of that strength. I also carry with me the empathy of being the family member of someone who requires such care; I care for my clients that compassion. I genuinely love my career, nothing makes my day greater than finding new ways to care, support, and advocate for my clients. I am proud that I chose a field that I love, other than one based on monetary gain.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

    Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

    Skills & Expertise

    • ALS
    • Blood Disorders
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Orthopedic Care
    • Post Surgery Recovery
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Skin Disorders
    • Stroke
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    University of Phoenix

    Nov 2011 - Oct 2014
    Nov 2011 - Oct 2014

    Senior Program Associate

    Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
    Bancroft
    ENSURE THE HEALTH AND WELFARE OF ALL RESIDENTS SUPERVISE A SHIFT OF 4 STAFF AND 5 RESIDENTS. ASSIGN STAFF TO DUTIES AND LOCATIONS; OVERSEE THE COMPLETION OF DUTIES COMMUNICATE INFORMATION BETWEEN STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION PROVIDE DAILY ASSISTANCE WITH LIFE SKILLS, BEHAVIORS AND OTHER NEEDS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND SEVERE BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES PERFORM CRISIS INTERVENTION IMPLEMENT IHP GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND BEHAVIOR SUPPORT PLANS AND INTERACT AND/OR RESPOND TO UNEXPECTED BEHAVIORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEHAVIOR SUPPORT PLANS, INTERVENTION POLICIES AND PRACTICES ENSURE THE COMPLETION OF ALL DOCUMENTATION AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MANAGE SPECIALIZED DIETS FOR RESIDENTS MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION AND DOCUMENTATION TRANSPORTING AND ACCOMPANYING RESIDENTS IN COMMUNITY TRAINING ALL NEW PROGRAM ASSOCIATES ENTERING THE RESIDENCE.
    Jun 2014 - Oct 2014

    Alternate Supervisor and Community Living Specialist

    Mar 2013 - Jun 2014
    Advoserv of NJ
    Ensure the health and welfare of all residents Supervise a shift of 16 - 20 staff and 40 residents. Assign staff to duties and locations; oversee the completion of duties Communicate information between staff and Administration Provide daily assistance with life skills, behaviors and other needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and severe behavioral challenges Perform crisis intervention Implement IEP/IHP goals, objectives and behavior support plans and interact and/or respond to unexpected behaviors in accordance with behavior support plans, intervention policies and practices Ensure the completion of all documentation and maintain all required documentation Manage specialized diets for residents Medication administration and documentation Transporting and accompanying residents in community Assist with training and orientation of new Community Living Specialists.
    Mar 2013 - Jun 2014

    Job Training Specialist

    Oct 2011 - Mar 2013
    The Arc of Philadelphia
    Develop, implement and review Individual support Plans (ISPs). Provide training and supervision to a group of 16 individuals. Serve as a mentor and coach to individuals. Provide guidance and direction while being a positive role model to the individual. Develop trusting professional relationships with families and support staff while maintaining professional boundaries between families, other support staff and individuals served. Know and follow DPW (Department of Public Welfare) regulations and agency policy in all areas. Maintain documentation including notes on progress following each shift. Submit all required documentation on time. Support the individual maintenance of financial records including receipts.
    Oct 2011 - Mar 2013

    Direct Care Professional

    Aug 2008 - Jul 2011
    The Devereux Foundation
    Ensures clients are safe, healthy, and living in a clean environment. Assists and supports in the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of clients. Assists, supports, and instructs Individuals in self-help skills designed to encourage independence. Accompanies Individuals on community life outings, medical appointments, and other activities. Intervene in crisis situations Model positive behavior Document client's progress; write incident reports, and handoff communication.
    Aug 2008 - Jul 2011

    Pennsylvania State University

    Aug 2003 - Mar 2007
    Aug 2003 - Mar 2007
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