I like the flexibility because I was originally an on-call worker where I decided when I worked weekly
What I wish was different
I wish I got even more extensive training to accommodate any situation since the patients change regularly
Advice
Get healthcare experience, here or elsewhere!
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Rehabilitation technician
July 2020 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I loved the experience building relationships with the consumers we served.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more COVID-19 support for the residents. It became emotionally taxing on staff when consumers were experiencing mental health issues as a result of being quarantined for months longer than the rest of the state.
Advice
Get out of your comfort zone and take shifts at different houses. That way you learn how to do care routines for more people.
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Direct Support Personel
May 2019 • Holland, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed the experiences I had interacting with residents. I learned how to run group therapy sessions as well as how to pass medications.
What I wish was different
I don't have anything that I would have done differently.
Advice
Be open to listening and learning from your fellow co workers and residents.
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Direct Support Professional
June - October 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I liked giving support to people who need it most
What I wish was different
I wish my coworkers were nicer
Advice
Really research your position before you accept it
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Rehabilitation technician
May - October 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
Loved the consumers there
What I wish was different
Wish I was able work more first shifts
Advice
If you are going into the healthcare field, work a job like this to figure out if you are meant to be in a direct care role
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Rehabilitation Technician
May 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed working with people and assisting them along their rehabilitation journey.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Behavior Technician
May 2019 • Holland, MI
What I liked
It’s a super rewarding job! The kids are so sweet and fun to work with, though it is really challenging.
What I wish was different
Advice
Always keep the intentions of others first. When you get tired, frustrated, or annoyed, remember you are there to help someone other than yourself.
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rehabilitation Tec
May 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
The experience in the field that I am majoring in.
What I wish was different
I wish it would have been full-time for the summer.
Advice
I enjoy the work environment. The experience allows me to gain more knowledge about healthcare.
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Rehabilitation Technician
March 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
Unique opportunity to work in behavioral health and establish relationships with the patients in adult foster care.
What I wish was different
Better management, more motivated and competent direct care staff, more state funding, higher pay for direct care workers.
Advice
You are doing a difficult job that is taxing both physically and emotionally but it's a job that needs to be done regardless. To serve the most vulnerable among us in any capacity is serving all of mankind.
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Direct Support Professional
February 2018 • Nunica, MI
What I liked
Working with the population
What I wish was different
Better staff conection
Advice
Focus on the mission, and what you are doing. Not the drama.
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Neuro-Rehab Technician
December 2017 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
Helping and meeting people, good on resume, paid health training
