A Day Support Counselor deals with individuals, groups, or families in understanding their problems, helping them come over crises, help people define their goals, and guiding them to achieve goals with realistic action plans. A Day Support Counselor usually documents the progress of the counsel of each individual to analyze and compare the outcome of the process. The ultimate objective of a support counselor is to improve the mental health of an individual or a community. The Job description and responsibilities associated with the post are listed on the Day Support Counselor Resume as –encourage individuals or families to discuss problems being faced and simultaneously examine the level of support required to help them come over situations. Building self-confidence, motivating, and encouraging are the agendas of the subject. Anger and stress management are vital concepts that most counselors are educating people for better living.
To be apt for the role, one should be experienced and able to understand the emotions of individuals should be able to meet the wavelength of different individuals of the community as per their requirements. Good listening and patience are the support pillars for a counselor to sustain in the work field. Knowledgeable enough to handle multiple issues as the client base would be vast and with different issues. While some people qualify with a high school diploma, most employers prefer a bachelor’s degree related to psychology or mental health.
Summary : Seeking aDay Support Counselor position which will require me to expand my healthcare experience while providing quality healthcare to patients using my education, training, organizational, and communication skills.
Maintained and implemented daily activities for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities.
Provided aid with personal hygiene, toileting, and bathing (when needed) and also assisted with feeding.
Managed and maintained discipline by implementing techniques as needed to de-escalate potential crisis situations i.e. verbal re-direction and non-aggressive restraints in accordance with program policy and procedures.
Completed documentation of all individual activities, day support logs, and data collection sheets 1.Dedication to providing care under the philosophy, therapeutic model, and mission statement of The Madeline Centre, Inc.
Followed emergency procedures according to training.
Facilitated all aspects of camp life and campers social and personal development.
Led and/or participated in creative morning meetings.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
GED
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : To obtain a Day Support Counselor position to enhance my professional growth and development providing services to individuals seeking employment.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Aloha POS System, Receptionist, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Public Speaking, Data Entry, Documentation, Filing, Fax, Customer Service.
Description :
Provided direct care for assigned clients in a therapeutic program serving children and adults ages 5 - 22 with behavioral and emotional challenges and with cognitive or developmental delays.
Worked is performed within a systems-based framework and a psycho-educational model.
Maintained sight and sound supervision of clients.
Implemented independent daily activities for clients.
Provided education to clients to enhance social, community, and life skills.
Administered medications in accordance with program procedures and after successfully completing medications training.
Managed behaviors and maintains discipline in accordance with program procedures.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master's In Behavioral Development / Counseling
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : Seeking a Day Support Counselor position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : CPR Certified, Intermediate Spanish Language , First Aid Certified, Medication Administration Certified, Therapuetic Options Of Virginia Certified, Safety Care Trained.
Description :
Assisted and trained individuals in a community setting to enable the development of complex IADL (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) skills needed to successfully live independently.
Empowered and supported each individual in developing their own lifestyle.
Trained individuals in function skills related to use of community resources (transportation, shopping social and recreational activities, etc.).
Assisted with personal care and use of community resources (completing personal care tasks when physically unable to do so to ensure hygiene and eating needs are met).
Provided supervision to ensure individuals stay healthy and safe at all times.
Trained in individuals in adapting behavior for success in the community (redirecting anger, handling social encounters with others, developing a circle of support).
Completed daily progress reports for each client served to document areas of growth and to ascertain those that require additional support.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : To secure a Day Support Counselor position that will utilize my acquired knowledge and experience in a business-oriented environment while offering me the opportunity for professional growth, advancement, and security.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suites, Photoshop, Pagemaker, Quarkxpress, Freehand, Illustrator, Mac And PC Platforms.
Description :
Assisted in the development and implementation of prevocational activities of daily living, habilitation and vocational skill training programs.
Implemented motivational and behavioral reduction Ability to use good judgment and effectively solve problems.
Ability to think and act quickly in emergency and stressful situations involving individuals with special needs, by maintaining self-control.
Assisted them with activities of daily living.
Implemented monthly schedule of activities.
Performed administrative duties by maintaining and updating files, medical records, IHPs and legal documents.
Certified in CPR, CPI, first-aid and medication.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : Seeking a Day Support Counselor poistion with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Worked At Various Health Care Facilities As Well As A Day Program For People With Intellectual Disabilities.
Description :
Provided direct care and support services to individuals with intellectual disabilities in the form of assistance with behavior support, community integration, personal hygiene, and implementation of individualized service plan training.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to report client progress.
Adhered to the HIPAA and Privacy Act as it relates to the confidentiality of information released.
Performed administrative duties: clerical, data entry, proofreading, and filing as assigned using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.
Assisted clients in developing their independence with problem solving skills when it is possible.
Guided clients with interacting positively with friends, family, peers, the community, staff, and other individuals the client may come in contact with and driving the county vehicle up to 15 passenger.
Assisted with the development of assessments and learning goals according to person centered planning in conjunction with advocates, case holders, and case managers.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Day Support Counselor Resume
Summary : To obtain a Day Support Counselor position that will further enhance my professional growth and development in the human services field.
Skills : Clerical Skills, Monitoring Skills.
Description :
Provided direct care and supported services to individuals with intellectual disabilities in the form of assistance with personal hygiene, behavioral support, community integration and curriculum development/facilitation.
Responsible for making sure that accurate data and complete detailed, written documentation of consumer's daily activities are entered throughout the day daily.
Monitored and acted accordingly to individuals with behavior problems.
Worked as a team dealing with coworkers all throughout the day.
Ensured that the well-being of all of the individuals that are serviced are being met.
Supervised, instructed and monitored adults with intellectual disabilities in basic social, personal and vocational skills in community based settings.
Established ongoing rapport and communication with all program participants.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BS In Psychology
Day Support Counselor Resume
Headline : Reliable and mature high school graduate, honest, trust-worthy willing to gain knowledge and experience for future career in customer service, sales, and youth oriented services.
Skills : First Aid and CPR Instuctor, Applied Crisis Training.
Description :
Wrote individual case notes for participants on a daily basis.
Maintained accurate records.
Engaged participants in a variety of settings with meaningful activities that were entertaining, providing choices for each individual.
Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arise.
Provided effective behavior intervention and monitoring.
Carried out additional responsibilities as requested by the Director of Day Services.
Completed quarterly progress reports for each client served to summarize the service provided.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associates Of Applied Science
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : Day Support Counselor professional in search of an opportunity in Training, Higher Education, or Human Services. Areas of expertise include training, coaching, recruitment, reemployment and college/career transition services. Work well independently and on teams. Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem solving skills.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Training, Human Resources, Coaching, Recruiting.
Description :
Acted as liaison with providers for process reporting and service planning.
Set parameters and implements positive behavior supports.
Used approved behavior management techniques to work with clients in crisis.
Maintained sight and sound supervision of children.
Implemented independent daily activities for clients.
Provided education to clients to enhance social, community, and life skills.
Administered medications in accordance with program procedures and after successfully completing medications training.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master's In Religious Education
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : To establish a long-term career in a company where I may utilize my Day Support Counselor professional skills and knowledge to be an effective Associate Program Manager and inspiration to those around me.
Skills : Team Work Critical Thinking.
Description :
Managed behaviors and maintains discipline in accordance with program procedures.
Set parameters and implements positive behavior supports.
Used approved behavior management techniques to work with clients in crisis.
Assisted clients with personal care and personal hygiene including feeding (which may include feeding tubes), toileting, and bathing.
Washed clients clothing and bedding if necessary.
Maintained documentation regarding clients as required.
Transported clients to activities in the community after successfully completing vehicle training.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Day Support Counselor Resume
Objective : As a Day Support Counselor, responsible for Serving as an adult role model and treat staff, clients and others with dignity, fairness and respect, Facilitating a positive camping experience for all campers, which requires appropriate involvement in camp activities, availability during the camp season, and ability to provide supervision, direction, and support to campers.
Skills : Supervising Skills, Training Skills.
Description :
Promoted good community relations and represents St. Josephs Villa in a positive manner to the community and families.
Participated in staff meetings.
Ensured physical and emotional safety of campers.
Ensured campers basic needs (food, water, health,) are met each day.
Supervised campers effectively during meal, program and transition times.
Clearly communicated expectations.
Managed camper behavior in a positive manner according to training.
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