Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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CHRISTELLE DESTIN

Medford

Summary

Experienced Home Health Caregiver with over three ( 3 ) years of providing personal care, administering medications, and assisting with daily living activities. Skilled in monitoring clients conditions, providing emotional support, and maintaining a safe environment. Proficient in patient care, oral hygiene, vital signs, and offering companionship.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Walnut Street Center
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Nursing Assistant

Connected Home Care / Associated Home Care
04.2022 - Current
  • Provided personal care and assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Administered medications and followed prescribed treatment plans.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
  • Monitored and reported changes in client’s condition to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.

Housekeeper

Allston Hotel
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Cleaned and maintained designated areas, including dusting, vacuuming, and mopping floors.
  • Changed linens and made beds in accordance with established standards.
  • Stocked and replenished amenities such as toiletries and towels.
  • Performed deep cleaning tasks, such as scrubbing bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Reported any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.

Warehouse production worker

kastiroubas
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Performed assembly of components according to production specifications.
  • Inspected finished products for quality control purposes.
  • Operated machinery and tools to assemble parts efficiently.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

College d’enseignement Classique (CEC)
01.2006

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Vital Signs
  • ADL
  • Companionship

Certification

  • BAC 1 Jun 2005
  • BAC 2 Jul 2006
  • Home Health Aide Oct 2021
  • Supportive Mental Health Home Care Aide Jun 2022
  • CPR Certification
  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician
  • Human Rights Officer
  • Steward advocate
  • Proactive Approaches to Behavioral Challenges (PABC)

Languages

English
Haitian Creole
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Walnut Street Center
08.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Connected Home Care / Associated Home Care
04.2022 - Current

Housekeeper

Allston Hotel
07.2021 - 12.2021

Warehouse production worker

kastiroubas
01.2021 - 06.2021

High School Diploma - undefined

College d’enseignement Classique (CEC)
CHRISTELLE DESTIN