Janet Montgomery-Clark
Lithonia
Summary
Direct Support Professional with extensive experience in crisis intervention and behavioral observation, enhancing client autonomy and safety. Skilled in maintaining organized environments and fostering communication. Proven track record in achieving individual goals through compassionate care and effective advocacy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Touching Lives Day Service
06.2021 - Current
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Developed rapport to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, and reported any changes or concerns to the supervisor.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision-making abilities.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Direct Care Professional
Touching Lives Personal Home Care
03.2015 - Current
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
CNA
Care One Personal Care Home
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided immediate assistance during emergencies and routine paging to assess needs and deliver care.
- Documented patient information and care activities accurately in electronic health records.
Lab Chemist
Worthy Park Sugar Estate
06.2009 - 04.2013
- Tested products using prepared chemical reagents and solutions to determine need for improvement and level of criteria completion.
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Conducted quality control testing on completed chemical formulae to verify consistency of each individual product.
- Documented product testing data on chemical type, compound components and chemical temperature.
Machine Technician
Kaiser Bauxite Company
01.2003 - 05.2008
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Performed preventive maintenance to promote machine reliability and longevity.
Education
CNA Certification
Professional Medical Institute
Decatur, GA08.2017
High School Diploma -
Lluidas Vale All Age
Jamaica WI06.1988
Skills
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Behavioral observation
- Crisis intervention
- Safety management
- Patient environment maintenance
- Report documentation
- Routine Adjustment
- Safety Behaviors
- Knowledge of State Regulations
- Emergency Situations
- Care Plan Assessment
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Touching Lives Day Service
06.2021 - Current
Direct Care Professional
Touching Lives Personal Home Care
03.2015 - Current
CNA
Care One Personal Care Home
01.2014 - 02.2015
Lab Chemist
Worthy Park Sugar Estate
06.2009 - 04.2013
Machine Technician
Kaiser Bauxite Company
01.2003 - 05.2008
CNA Certification
Professional Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Lluidas Vale All Age
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