Direct Support Professional II @ Orion (Chisholm, MN)
Employed with NHS Northstar: 4.5 years
Candace was nominated by her coworkers, Samantha Mitchell and Ashley Wilenius. They shared that Candace is always positive and happy when she comes to work. Candace makes sure that the clients are okay before she leaves at the end of her shift, she is very good at interacting with the individuals, making them smile and just making their day better in general.
Candace is also there for her coworkers. They said Candace is one of the hardest workers. She is always willing to step in when a staff needs help, to teach new staff, or if someone is unable to make it into work, she is usually the one that comes into work to cover a shift. They appreciate all the hard work and effort Candace puts in for the clients and staff. Candace goes above and beyond and is truly a great co-worker.
We are proud to have Candace here at NHS Northstar!
Congratulations, Candace!
Take-Five
We ask each of our Shining Star winners to complete a quick, “Take-Five” questionnaire so we can get to know them a little more and hopefully inspire others to shine! Candace shared the following:
What motivates you to do your best work every day?
Knowing that I can make a difference in someone’s life.
What do you love most about working with the individuals you support?
I love making them laugh, having one on one time with them, and just simply being there for them.
What is one skill or quality you have developed in your role that you are most proud of?
Creating a safe work environment. I pride myself making sure everyone is okay and stepping in to help whenever someone gets overwhelmed.
What is something you do outside of work that you are passionate about?
Being the best mother to my kids and helping out my family. I look forward to that, whenever they need me, I am there.
What is one piece of advice you would give to someone looking to grow in their role or career at NHS Northstar?
Actively seek out feedback and use it to improve yourself.
We can only award one Shining Star of the Month at a time, but would like to recognize others that have been nominated. These staff and their nominations will stay in the running for future award opportunities:
Gail Potter, DSP @ Jones – nominated by Shannon Saari
Kelly Brincefield, RSS @ Iris – nominated by Breanna Breckenridge
Bradley Blaine, DSP II @ Rosewood – nominated by Stephanie Lee & Carla Schwartz
Isaac Roberts, DSP @ Alpine – nominated by Lexie Serfling
Megan Jylha, RSS @ Midway – nominated by Lexie Serfling
Scott Diamon, RSS @ Rosewood – nominated by Carla Schwartz
Christine Giersdorf, RSS @ Horizons – nominated by Carla Schwartz
Shannon Jarvis, DSP @ Iris – nominated by Ashley Curtis