Broderick Burks
Minneapolis
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Resiliant Direct Support Professional with solid background assisting patients with basic needs and care. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements, and protective measures. Perceptive individual familiar with social and community services rules and regulations.
Compassionate Direct Support Professional known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management, personal care assistance, and developing individualized support plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client satisfaction and well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
Brooklyn
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among clients.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Lighting Service Technician
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
Camak
03.2018 - 11.2021
- Installed outdoor lighting systems according to client specifications and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lighting fixtures to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed electrical issues and repaired components in outdoor lighting systems.
- Trained new technicians on installation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with clients to design custom lighting plans for residential properties.
Adult Care Provider
Meridian Services
Minneapolis
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed and maintained individualized care plans for clients.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and community activities.
- Ensured a safe environment by following infection control procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care strategies for clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as falls or seizures; provided first aid or CPR if necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the clients in accordance with established standards of care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Sanford–Brown
Mendota Heights , MN 02.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 05.2015 - 02.2016
Skills
- Individualized care plans
- Behavioral monitoring
- First aid certification
- Infection control procedures
- Client relationship management
- Activity facilitation
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
09.2022 - Current
Lighting Service Technician
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
03.2018 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Sanford–Brown
02.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
05.2015 - 02.2016
Adult Care Provider
Meridian Services
01.2015 - 11.2017