Archive for the "Employee of the Month" Category

PKT would like to recognize and thank LaQuita for:

• Spending time getting to know what is important to the clients; talks to them about cars, music and animals
• Being very flexible with her schedule; recently worked several awake overnights on very short notice
• Jumping in and bringing tons of enthusiasm to the house
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Bangela for:

• Always being on top of the monthly data, does an excellent job with the paperwork
• Always having a snack prepared for the clients when they arrive home from work
• Making needed changes to the MAR’s sheet when a new client moved in the group home …
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Tahisha for:

• Being a role model for new staff, always willing to jump in and help
• Being extremely flexible with her schedule to make sure last minute changes are covered
• Coming to work with tons of positive energy and always having a smile for all the clients when there
• Working with House Coordinator on changing the menu to make sure …
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Amanda for:

• Taking the extra time to help a client find a new hobby in painting and collage
• Continually finding new and fun community activities and encouraging the residents to try them
• Looking for volunteer opportunities for the clients
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Michelle for:

• Keeping the Columbia House in order and clean
• Giving her honest opinion during client/staff issues
• Taking the initiative to hold a mediation meeting between two clients and help them build a new unbreakable bond
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Honoring some of our nominees.

PKT would like to recognize and thank Ryan for going above and beyond in the following ways:

• Set up a paper tracking system that is functional and efficient, streamlining monthly data collection
• Hosted multiple backyard barbecues for PKT clients from various sites
• Often works on holidays so clients without families can enjoy the day
• Updated the home decor – client bedrooms, office, living room and basement
• Took photos of the clients and put the pictures in frames for their enjoyment
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Rayneshia for going above and beyond in the following ways:

• Visits the group homes to do hair and nails for the various ladies who request it, which makes them feel great
• Makes sure that every client has a special birthday party with decorations, food, and friends from the community invited
• Takes pride in helping not only her clients look amazing but other clients as well, sometimes even her co-workers
• Developed programming such as cooking, baking and “Road to Success” for clients to feel independent and have a level of self worth
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Jean for:

• Always willing to pick up shifts and change her schedule to help out
• Always looking out for the ladies and having their best interest in mind
• Working hard when doing everything from cleaning to cooking homemade meals
• Following portion control and ensuring the clients are exercising
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PKT would like to recognize and thank Nicola for:

• Always being upbeat, positive and full of energy
• Helping a client “step-by-step” come out of her shell
• Demonstrating true caring, genuine kindness, gentle demeanor
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