Marie Exantus
Roxbury
Summary
Healthcare customer service professional with over five years of successful and progressively more responsible duties. Dedicated caretaker who aims at ensuring client needs are met towards the goal of creating a healthy and stable lifestyle. Native French and Haitian Creole speakers and culturally competent to address client needs of diverse populations.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Worker
Cooperative For Human Services
Lexington, MA
06.2025 - Current
- Scheduled medical appoints and accompanied clients to them
- Recorded vital signs and blood pressure of clients in their home
- Administered daily doses of proper medication
- Handled daily household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, shopping and keeping appointments as needed
- Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, ensuring adherence to care plans and compliance with regulations.
- Supported clients in achieving personal goals by providing guidance, encouragement, and practical assistance as needed.
Mental Health Counselor
TILL,INC
Dedham, MA
03.2024 - Current
- Provided supervisory support for client’s medical needs including medication and vital checks
- Handled daily household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, shopping and keeping appointments as needed
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
Instructor
VinFen
Boston, MA
10.2016 - 11.2025
- Work with individuals, their families, and other members of their support system to set client’s ISP
- Assist a small group of individuals at a time with varying levels of need
- Provide developmental skill training in self-care/preservation/direction, independent living, hygiene, and first aid
- Provide services to improve communication, socialization, and fine-and-gross motor skills
- Pursue client enrichment through art, music, and horticulture
Teacher’s Assistant
Boston Public School
Boston, MA
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Supported classroom instruction by preparing educational materials and resources for diverse learning needs.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Beginnings Christian Academy
Boston, MA06-2005
Home Health Aide Certificate - undefined
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD)
Boston, MA01-2009
Skills
- First aid and safety
- First aid and CPR
- Personal care assistance
- Direct patient care
- Behavioral support
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Client support
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- ADL support
- Record keeping
- Goal setting
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Direct Support Worker
Cooperative For Human Services
06.2025 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
TILL,INC
03.2024 - Current
Teacher’s Assistant
Boston Public School
09.2020 - 06.2023
Instructor
VinFen
10.2016 - 11.2025
Home Health Aide Certificate - undefined
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD)
High School Diploma -
New Beginnings Christian Academy