Kimberly Evans
Spencer
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with over 16 years of experience in special needs support. Skilled in crisis intervention, family communication, and streamlining household routines, ensuring a nurturing environment that fosters growth and learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Full-Time Caregiver
Self-employeed
Spencer
07.2013 - Current
- Delivered attentive care to children with diverse special needs, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
- Streamlined daily household routines and schedules to enhance family engagement in activities.
- Transported special needs children to medical appointments and other necessary outings.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to discourage negative behaviors from developing.
- Facilitated communication between family members to ensure cooperation and understanding.
- Coordinated educational activities and resources, promoting children's learning and developmental milestones.
- Organized and maintained household inventory, including groceries and supplies.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
DSP
Hilltoppers
Crossville
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided personal care and support for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to management team.
- Trained new staff on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Helped disabled persons access community resources such as housing options or job training programs.
- Instructed clients on proper use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.
DSP
A Home Instead Senior Care
Crossville
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
DSP
S.T.A.R.S
Pikeville
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
- Developed positive relationships to enhance communication and trust.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support plans.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to the care team.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client interaction and support.
Education
Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10-2014
Medical Office Assistant - Office Assistant
Stratford Career Institute
Mt. Royal, Quebec06-2011
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School
Evensville, TN05-2008
Skills
- Special needs care
- Behavioral management
- Crisis intervention
- Educational coordination
- Transportation management
- Household organization
- Family communication
Timeline
DSP
Hilltoppers
02.2015 - 09.2015
DSP
A Home Instead Senior Care
05.2014 - 09.2015
Full-Time Caregiver
Self-employeed
07.2013 - Current
DSP
S.T.A.R.S
01.2013 - 02.2015
Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Medical Office Assistant - Office Assistant
Stratford Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School