Erin Briseno
Staunton
Summary
Dedicated professional with a solid background in community engagement and direct support. Skilled in creating and implementing personalized support strategies that drive client success. Ability to cultivate meaningful connections with clients and families to foster a supportive environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement and Day Support DSP
Sunny Haven Residential Services
Staunton
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with residents and their families.
- Implemented individualized support plans to meet residents' specific needs.
- Monitored residents' health and reported any concerns to the team.
- Coordinated recreational activities in a center based day support program.
- Coordinated recreational activities in a Community based program and facilitated community inclusion.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Administered medications orally and trained in G-tube feeding.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Residential DSP
Valley Community Services Board
Staunton
02.2005 - 03.2024
- Provided direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities
- Assisted clients in daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Maintains a thorough understanding of and assists with the implementation of person centered pans
- Monitor's Client's towards their personal goals, giving assistance as needed
- Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure client needs are understood and served
- Assists with household tasks as needed, such as food preparation and cleaning
- Works with teammates to ensure a safe, healthy environment within the home
- Provided individuals with support in community and facilitated community inclusion
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Western State Hospital
Staunton
12.1999 - 02.2005
- Worked under the direction of licensed nursing staff
- Provided recovery-oriented direct care to a population in a hospital setting
- Maintained a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment
- Actively supported and motivated patients to participate in their individualized treatment plans
- Delivered treatment programs to individuals and groups of individuals who may have serious mental illness, substance abuse, and\or intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene
Education
High School Diploma -
Waynesboro High School
Waynesboro, VA05-1999
Skills
- Self-starter
- multitasking ability
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Proficient computer skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Engagement and Day Support DSP
Sunny Haven Residential Services
04.2024 - 08.2025
Residential DSP
Valley Community Services Board
02.2005 - 03.2024
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Western State Hospital
12.1999 - 02.2005
High School Diploma -
Waynesboro High School