• Actively volunteer in community events, contributing to various causes and organizations.
• Participated in Sutter Health’s Walk for a Cause fundraiser for cancer research, raising awareness and funds for the fight against cancer.
• Contributed time and efforts to PRIDE events, supporting the LGBTQ+ community and promoting inclusivity.
• Volunteered in a Tiers program at an elementary school, assisting emotionally disturbed children and supporting their educational needs.
• Provided additional support in a middle school special education classroom, offering extra help during staffing shortages and ensuring smooth classroom operations.
• Volunteered to assist in the safe transportation of aggressive students, prioritizing safety and well-being during school commutes.
• Served as a crisis counselor for a suicide crisis text line, providing emotional support to individuals in distress and helping them navigate difficult situations.
In addition to being a dedicated caregiver with extensive experience with medical fragile, a variety of mental health diagnosis, adept in elderly care and behavioral management. Demonstrates strong ethics and compassionate care, enhancing client well-being. Excelled in relationship building and team collaboration, achieving improved client satisfaction. Skilled in problem-solving and understanding family cultures, ensuring efficient and empathetic client support while protecting and advocating client rights.
With an willingness to learn more and taken on new situations and grow. While honestly community.
• Provided direct support to adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring a safe, engaging, and fulfilling daily experience.
• Tracked daily progress and behaviors, completing state-required documentation and incident reports accurately and timely.
• Assisted in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing insights for client-centered planning and care.
• Implemented and adapted behavioral support plans to meet individual client needs and goals.
• Engaged clients in social activities, vocational tasks, and educational opportunities, supporting their personal growth and independence.
• Supported clients in work, college, and volunteer placements, fostering community inclusion and skill development.
• Assisted clients with mental health needs, recognizing signs of distress and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Provided input for quarterly and annual reports, ensuring comprehensive client progress tracking.
• Advocated for client rights, safety, and autonomy in community and program settings.
• Effectively communicated client updates and concerns to team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Trained in Pro-ACT (or other relevant crisis intervention) techniques to manage behavioral challenges safely.
• Assisted with personal care needs, including meal support and restroom assistance, while promoting dignity and independence.
• Helped safeguard clients from exploitation in the community by providing education and supervision.
• Facilitated community integration by participating in local events and fostering public awareness of individuals with disabilities.
• Encouraged skill-building and independence through structured activities and individualized support.
• Provided compassionate in-home care for elderly clients, including those with hospice needs, Parkinson’s, dementia, and Alzheimer’s.
• Adapted to clients’ evolving health conditions, adjusting care plans to meet their changing needs.
• Offered emotional support and companionship to clients and their families, easing stress during difficult transitions.
• Worked with available in-home resources to provide quality care while maintaining client comfort and dignity.
• Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, personal care, dressing, and mobility support.
• Prepared meals, performed light housekeeping, and maintained a clean and safe living environment.
• Provided medication reminders and monitored client well-being to ensure adherence to care plans.
• Maintained accurate daily notes and effectively communicated client updates to family members and supervisors.
• Supported end-of-life care with sensitivity and respect, collaborating with hospice teams when necessary.
• Ensured clients’ emotional and social well-being through engaging companionship and meaningful activities.
• Provided one-on-one support to elderly clients, including those in memory care facilities and individuals with Sundowner’s Syndrome.
• Assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer’s, implementing calming strategies to reduce confusion, agitation, and anxiety.
• Adapted care approaches to meet evolving cognitive and physical needs, ensuring comfort and stability.
• Supported clients in structured routines to minimize disorientation and enhance daily functioning.
• Provided companionship and emotional reassurance, especially during evening hours when Sundowner’s symptoms intensified.
• Assisted with personal care, including bathing, dressing, incontinence care, and mobility support.
• Engaged clients in memory-stimulating activities to promote cognitive function and reduce distress.
• Communicated regularly with facility staff, families, and supervisors to ensure coordinated care.
• Observed and reported behavioral changes, helping to adjust care plans proactively.
• Created a safe and comforting environment by adapting to each client’s unique needs and preferences.