Berut Tariku Befikadu

Dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional with approximately 10 years of experience providing person-centered support in community-based settings. Experienced in assisting individuals with daily living routines, community participation, personal goals, safety, and development of greater independence. Known for patience, reliability, respectful communication, and maintaining the dignity, rights, and choices of the people supported.

Works effectively both independently and as part of a care team.

Direct Support Professional - Community Options

(2023-01)

• Provide individualized, person-centered support that promotes dignity, independence, personal choice, and quality of life.
• Assist individuals with daily routines and activities of daily living while encouraging them to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Support participation in community activities, appointments, recreation, social opportunities, and other meaningful activities.
• Help individuals work toward personal goals and strengthen practical life skills used at home and in the community.
• Maintain awareness of individual safety needs and provide appropriate supervision according to established support plans and workplace procedures.
• Observe changes in behavior, routine, mood, or support needs and communicate relevant information to appropriate team members.
• Complete required documentation and communicate clearly with coworkers to support continuity and consistency of services.
• Build professional, respectful relationships while protecting confidentiality, privacy, individual rights, and personal preferences.

Direct Support Professional - New Horizon

(2016-01 - 2023-12)

Provided dependable direct support to individuals in a community-based setting for approximately seven years.

• Assisted with daily living routines and provided encouragement, guidance, and supervision based on individual needs.
• Promoted independence by helping individuals practice personal care, household routines, communication, and other everyday life skills.
• Supported community involvement and social participation while respecting each individual's interests, choices, and abilities.
• Maintained a safe, supportive, and respectful environment and followed established care and safety procedures.
• Monitored and communicated relevant observations to coworkers and supervisors to help maintain consistent support.
• Worked collaboratively with team members and maintained professional communication with individuals and others involved in their support.
• Demonstrated patience, dependability, compassion, and respect while working with individuals with varying support needs.