Dayana Aparicio Barajas
Santa Rosa
Summary
Reliable support professional with a strong background in caregiving and child supervision. Proven ability to maintain safety, develop individualized care plans, and foster emotional connections, ready to enhance client experiences and outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Pacific Homecare Services
Santa Rosa
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Created individualized care plans tailored to enhance client comfort and support daily activities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment, promoting health and well-being for clients.
- Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
- Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.
- Facilitated companionship through engaging activities like conversation, games, and storytelling to foster emotional connection.
- Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness, hospitalization or bereavement.
Child Care Helper
Self Employed
Santa Rosa
01.2018 - Current
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe play environment.
- Assisted children with daily routines and hygiene practices.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children in care.
- Organized educational games to promote learning and development.
- Collaborated with other caregivers to enhance overall child care experience.
- Helped maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for the children to play in.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals served, naps taken, diaper changes.
Sales Associate
Mobility Masters
Santa Rosa
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed inventory levels through regular stock checks and replenishment.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Answered incoming telephone calls, delivering accurate information on store offerings.
- Organized store website for improved user navigation and access to information.
Sales Associate
Carters Oshkosh
Santa Rosa
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Guided customers in product selection and store navigation to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained product displays and organized merchandise on sales floor.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Worked with team members to meet and exceed daily sales targets.
- Welcomed customers and delivered outstanding service to foster loyalty.
Assistant Manager
Journeys Kidz
Santa Rosa
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed daily store operations to enhance customer shopping experience.
- Engaged with customers to provide product knowledge and resolve inquiries effectively.
- Trained new associates on customer service best practices to improve team effectiveness.
- Handled inventory management, including stock replenishment and product organization.
- Guided junior staff on daily tasks and projects to align with store objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2026
Skills
- Autism support
- Care planning
- Care plan management
- Daily living activities assistance
- At-home care instruction
- Meal service assistance
- First aid and safety
- Time management
- Activity organization
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Active listening
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Basic housekeeping
- Child supervision
- Compassion and empathy
- [Language] fluency
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Sales Associate
Mobility Masters
09.2025 - 04.2026
Caregiver, Special Needs
Pacific Homecare Services
05.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Carters Oshkosh
05.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Manager
Journeys Kidz
06.2022 - 10.2023
Child Care Helper
Self Employed
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sonoma State University