Louisa Sone
Lanham
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with strong client support and communication skills. Coordinates care effectively, ensuring client needs are met through tailored support plans and skill-building activities. Committed to enhancing client independence and well-being through advocacy and positive engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
DC Health Care INC
DC
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
Direct Support Professional
Ejed Medical Foundation
Kumba / Cameroon
02.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided individualized support to clients with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Assisted in implementing personalized care plans, ensuring alignment with client needs and goals.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
- Facilitated recreational activities to encourage social interaction and improve overall well-being of clients.
- Collaborated with families to address concerns and develop strategies for effective care at home.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client support, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Advocated for client rights and needs within the healthcare system, ensuring optimal service delivery.
- Utilized behavioral management techniques to de-escalate challenging situations and maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Education
CMT - CMT
BloomCare
MD03-2026
High School Diploma -
CCAS Kumba
Cameroon06-2007
CPR/First Aid - CPR/First Aid
BloomCare
MD03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Laws
Univerty of Buea
Cameroon07-2010
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Relationship building
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- ADL support
- Goal setting
- Team collaboration
- Social skills development
- Crisis management
- Progress documentation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
DC Health Care INC
03.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Ejed Medical Foundation
02.2023 - 12.2025
CMT - CMT
BloomCare
High School Diploma -
CCAS Kumba
CPR/First Aid - CPR/First Aid
BloomCare
Bachelor of Science - Laws
Univerty of Buea