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Lucas Hunter

Belchertown

Summary

Dynamic Developmental Specialist with a strong background at Baroco, skilled in crafting individualized plans and advocating for client needs. Proficient in medical terminology and communication, I excel in enhancing developmental progress and fostering social skills. My commitment to quality care and attention to detail drives successful outcomes for clients with diverse needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Developmental Specialist

Baroco
Hadley
03.2025 - Current
  • Developed individualized plans for clients to enhance developmental progress.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate client skills and development milestones.
  • Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction and communication skills.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted plans based on observed needs.
  • Provided guidance in the use of therapeutic tools and resources effectively.
  • Advocated for clients' needs within multidisciplinary team meetings regularly.
  • Maintained detailed records of client information including medical history, diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress notes.
  • Conducted assessments of clients' behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and physical abilities.
  • Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary during emergency situations involving clients with developmental disabilities.
  • Provided individual and group counseling to clients with developmental disabilities.

Materials Technician

Bay State Medical Center
Springfield
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Inventory management: Keep tabs on, restock, and inspect medical equipment and supplies to avoid shortages.
  • Receiving and Storing: Examine and arrange arriving supplies to ensure sterility and order.
  • Distribution of Supplies: Provide hospital departments with equipment and medical supplies, as required.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Coordinate service with biomedical teams, and help with setup and small repairs.
  • Compliance and safety: Handle, store, and dispose of goods in accordance with hospital procedures.
  • Cooperation: To guarantee prompt delivery of supplies, collaborate closely with hospital employees and vendors.

Garden Associate

The Home Depot
Hadley
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Proficient in advising consumers on plant selection, gardening materials, landscape design, and customer service.
  • Skilled in nursery inventory management, product quality assurance, and plant care and maintenance assistance.
  • Dedicated to providing an excellent shopping experience, and instilling an appreciation of gardening in consumers of all ability levels.
  • Operated equipment for landscaping and garden maintenance tasks.
  • Organized inventory and restocked shelves as needed.
  • Educated customers on seasonal planting techniques and garden care practices.
  • Assisted customers with selecting plants, flowers, and gardening supplies.
  • Performed regular maintenance of outdoor garden areas including weeding, pruning, fertilizing, and watering.

Direct Care Worker

Department of Developmental Services
Granby
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Experience in cleaning, cooking, and giving compassionate care to those in need.
  • Skilled at creating a safe and pleasant atmosphere while attending to everyday living activities.
  • Committed to improving the quality of life via attentive support and personalized help.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients through regular inspections.
  • Provided personal care to clients, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Ensured safety of clients by monitoring environment for hazards and providing appropriate supervision when needed.

Patient Care (Patient Observation)

Holyoke Medical Center
Holyoke
06.2020 - 02.2022
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.

Custodian

HOLYOKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2016 - 09.2019
  • Maintained cleanliness in classrooms, hallways, and restrooms daily.
  • Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and requested replenishments as needed.
  • Assisted in setup for school events and activities by arranging furniture.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed during cleaning procedures at all times.
  • Collaborated with staff to address sanitation concerns throughout the facility.
  • Conducted regular inspections of school facilities to identify maintenance needs.
  • Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
  • Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
  • Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
  • Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.

Handyman

SCALLIA REPAIR COMPANY
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
  • Performed plumbing repairs and installations for residential properties.
  • Completed drywall repairs, ensuring smooth and even surfaces.
  • Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition for efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to tackle larger renovation projects effectively.
  • Repainted walls, removing old paint, or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
  • Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
  • Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.

Education

MBA - Healthcare Leadership

College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA
07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

Western New England University
Springfield, MA
08.2023

High School Diploma -

Holyoke High School
Holyoke, MA
07.2019

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • Public speaking
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Computer proficiency
  • Handyman services
  • Custodial experience
  • Laboratory expertise
  • Organizational skills
  • Hospital experience
  • Volunteer work
  • Strong work ethic
  • Positive attitude
  • Animal handling and care
  • Animal husbandry
  • Rodent perfusions
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Attention to detail
  • SPSS knowledge
  • Excel proficiency
  • Carpentry skills
  • Hands-on labor

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification

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Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Developmental Specialist

Baroco
03.2025 - Current

Materials Technician

Bay State Medical Center
09.2024 - 05.2025

Garden Associate

The Home Depot
10.2023 - 08.2024

Direct Care Worker

Department of Developmental Services
07.2023 - 10.2023

Patient Care (Patient Observation)

Holyoke Medical Center
06.2020 - 02.2022

Custodian

HOLYOKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2016 - 09.2019

Handyman

SCALLIA REPAIR COMPANY
01.2013 - 01.2014

MBA - Healthcare Leadership

College of Our Lady of The Elms

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

Western New England University

High School Diploma -

Holyoke High School
Lucas Hunter