BRITTANY OLSON
Grand Meadow,MN
Summary
Experienced in delivering compassionate support to individuals. Diligent and direct professional with a solid background in providing personalized care. Expertise lies in managing daily activities and ensuring client well-being through tailored care plans. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Consistently demonstrates proficiency in addressing challenges and fostering positive outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Ability Building Community
06.2024 - Current
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Transported participants to and from home and work, and on daily outings.
Special Education Para
Grand Meadow Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2024
- Manage student schedules and class work in coordination with the Middle School SPED teacher for a diverse caseload of 14+ students with disabilities.
- Assist students with disabilities with their class work per specific accommodations dictated within their IEPs, in areas such as Math and English/ Language Arts.
- Communication and collaboration with classroom teachers about assignments and behaviors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and keyboarding for documentation and data entry of confidential information and materials.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administration
- Type III Driver Certified for transporting students using school vehicle, while maintaining valid driver's license and insurance
Special Needs Assistant
School Age Child Care (SACC)
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Supervise special education students during daily activities and field trips, ensuring individual needs are met.
- Plan engaging activities and games for age level group.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
Education
High School -
GRAND MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
Grand Meadow, MN05.2009
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Client Record Management
- Patient-Centered Care
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Ability Building Community
06.2024 - Current
Special Needs Assistant
School Age Child Care (SACC)
05.2017 - 05.2020
Special Education Para
Grand Meadow Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2024
High School -
GRAND MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
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