Emmily Santos
Calgary
Summary
Motivated and compassionate professional with extensive experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Skilled in caregiving, administration, and crisis management, with a proven ability to acquire new skills quickly. Fluent in Portuguese and English. Intermediate level in French, and basic knowledge in Spanish, offering exceptional communication and multicultural understanding. Passionate about providing help and improving the lives of others.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live-in House Assistant
L'Arche Association of Calgary
09.2023 - Current
- Provided personalized care and support to adults with learning disabilities.
- Facilitated daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation, resulting in balanced diets and enjoyable meals.
Live-in House Assistant
L'Arche à Nancy
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in managing household operations and caregiving tasks for individuals with learning disabilities.
- Promoted community integration and fostered a sense of belonging among residents.
- Assisted individuals with learning disabilities in integrating into daily life by supporting tasks such as grocery shopping, attending appointments, and managing personal errands.
Volunteer
The Mount Camphill Community
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted with events and workshops.
- Provided direct support to individuals with disabilities in various workshops, including cooking, baking, and painting, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Completed training in Caregiving and in Epilepsy care.
Search Engine & Social Media Evaluator
Appen
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Assessed and improved the accuracy of search engine results and social media algorithms.
Receptionist / Medical Imaging Assistant (Ultrasound)
Clinica Nosso Médico
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed front-desk operations, scheduling appointments, and providing patient assistance.
- Assisted patients with pre-exam instructions and ensure they were prepared for procedures.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colégio Estadual Eraldo Tinoco
12-2017
Skills
- Caregiving and support for individuals with disabilities
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Medication administration
- Multilingual communication
- Team collaboration and community building
- Administrative support and reception management
- Team player attitude
- Reliability and punctuality
Certification
- Medication Administration Process (Vecova,2024)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI,2023)
- First Aid (Basic Level C) (St. John Ambulance,2023)
- Care Certificate (The Mount Camphill Community,2021-2022)
- First Aid Training (The Mount Camphill Community,2022)
- Epilepsy Training (The Mount Camphill Community,2022)
Languages
Portuguese (Native)
Native or Bilingual
English (Fluent)
Full Professional
French (Intermediate)
Limited Working
Spanish (Basic)
Elementary
Hobbies and Interests
Learning new caregiving techniques, Multicultural engagement, Personal development through training and certifications
Timeline
Live-in House Assistant
L'Arche Association of Calgary
09.2023 - Current
Live-in House Assistant
L'Arche à Nancy
09.2022 - 08.2023
Volunteer
The Mount Camphill Community
10.2021 - 09.2022
Search Engine & Social Media Evaluator
Appen
07.2020 - 10.2021
Receptionist / Medical Imaging Assistant (Ultrasound)
Clinica Nosso Médico
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Medication Administration Process (Vecova,2024)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI,2023)
- First Aid (Basic Level C) (St. John Ambulance,2023)
- Care Certificate (The Mount Camphill Community,2021-2022)
- First Aid Training (The Mount Camphill Community,2022)
- Epilepsy Training (The Mount Camphill Community,2022)
High School Diploma -
Colégio Estadual Eraldo Tinoco
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