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CAREGIVER
Summary

Dedicated Caregiver highly experienced in addressing both physical and emotional patent needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.

Diligent and hardworking foster mom with passion for optimal animal care and support. Able to build positive relationships with rescues and trust with animals. Knowledgeable about grooming, exercise and basic care.

Hard-working Caretaker diligent about handling all facets of animal care to promote health and wellness. Feed, water and groom animals on regular schedule, as well as provide exercise and positive attention to boost happiness. Passionate about animal welfare.

Capable foster mom experienced in working with cats. Document feedings and treatments for transparency and open communication with owners. Collaborate with veterinarians to obtain medical treatment and protect animals from harm.

Skills
  • CPR, First aid and safety
  • Community activities
  • Community integration
  • Client documentation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Behavior redirection
Experience
Caregiver
Tucson, AZUnited Cerebral Palsy Of Southern Arizona/May 2019 to Current
  • Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans.
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Cat Care Volunteer
Tucson, AZSaving At Risk Animals Sara/Mar 2017 to Current
  • Administered treatments to sick or injured animals and consulted veterinarians to handle more complex concerns.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying Rescue quickly of pet's condition.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
  • Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Identified animal health concerns and discussed problems with Rescue.
  • Ordered, received, unloaded and stored feed and supplies for animals under care.
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
  • Brushed coat, cut nails and cleaned ears to promote animal health and wellness.
  • Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
  • Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.
  • Reorganized, Sanitized and Removed animal waste from kennels.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Tucson, AZFamily Life Academy Chrtr Schl/Oct 2000 to May 2019
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
  • Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Observed each child to help improve social, mental and behavioral competencies.
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
  • Tracked each child's progress and reported progress to parents.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaPalo Verde High Magnet SchoolMay 1996Tucson, AZ
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • United Cerebral Palsy Of Southern Arizona
  • Saving At Risk Animals Sara
  • Family Life Academy Chrtr Schl

School Attended

  • Palo Verde High Magnet School

Job Titles Held:

  • Caregiver
  • Cat Care Volunteer
  • Assistant Preschool Teacher

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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