Primary caregiver with over four years of successful experience in knowledge of emergency response and strong communication skills. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the Mental Health industry. Strengths in communication and interpersonal skills backed by training in Psychology.
Special need worker equipped with positive attitude and patience necessary to care for the child. Extensive experience working with autistic children.
Experienced special needs caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance, and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Classroom management
Behavior improvements
Activity Planning
Group and individual instruction
Customer assistance
Merchandise Restocking
Routine management
Administering Medicines
Dependability
Child development
Patient care
Behavioral Management
First aid and safety
Indirect Patient Care
Work History
09/2018 to Current
Special Needs TeacherPrestonwood Baptist Church Inc – Plano, TX,
Managed caseload of six students with mental illness and intellectual or physical disabilities.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities.
Taught children to organize toys, wash hands .
Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ages 5 to 18.
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
06/2017 to Current
Primary CaregiverElior – Chesapeake, VA,
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Helped family members plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
09/2016 to 11/2017
CashierElior – Cheyenne, WY,
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Worked closely with managers to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
Operated cash register to record all transactions accurately and efficiently.
03/2016 to 05/2016
CashierCricket Wireless – City, STATE,
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Checked prices for customers and processed items sold by scanning barcodes.
Assisted customers with special services, account updates and promotional options.
Operated cash register to record all transactions accurately and efficiently.
Helped over 8 guests every day by processing payments, monitoring reward accounts and resolving service concerns.
Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
Worked closely with [Job title] to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
Communicated with customers to understand needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Trained and mentored 4 new sales representatives.
Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance.
Helped resolve client problems quickly with superior customer service.
Education
Expected in 05/2021
Bachelor of Science: Psychology University of Texas At Tyler - Tyler, TX GPA:
Expected in 12/2019
Associate of Arts: Tyler Junior College - Tyler, TX, GPA:
Expected in 06/2017
High School Diploma: Chapel Hill High School - Tyler, TX GPA:
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