Laura Hernandez
Riverside
Summary
Compassionate Disability Caretaker known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in adaptive communication techniques, behavior management strategies, and personalized care planning. Excel in empathy, patience, and active listening, ensuring responsive and effective support to individuals with diverse needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Caretaker
In-Roads Creative Programs
Riverside
01.2006 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
- Developed individualized care plans to meet specific needs.
- Coordinated recreational activities to enhance social engagement.
- Observed the behavior of clients for signs of distress or discomfort and communicated this information promptly with supervisors.
- Developed behavior management strategies tailored to each individual client's needs while promoting positive reinforcement techniques.
Disability Caretaker
Inland Respite
Riverside
01.2006 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Senior homecare
Addus Healthcare
Riverside
02.2006 - 03.2013
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Administered medications according to care plans and physician orders.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
Fulfillment Associate
Press Enterprise
Riverside
06.2004 - 08.2006
- Sorted and packaged products for timely distribution to customers.
- Operated warehouse equipment to move inventory efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy before storage.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards during operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Secundaria Tenochitlan
Cdmx,Mx05-1997
Skills
- Individualized care planning
- Behavior management strategies
- Medication administration
- Personal care assistance
- Recreational activity coordination
- Patient evaluation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior homecare
Addus Healthcare
02.2006 - 03.2013
Disability Caretaker
In-Roads Creative Programs
01.2006 - Current
Disability Caretaker
Inland Respite
01.2006 - Current
Fulfillment Associate
Press Enterprise
06.2004 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Secundaria Tenochitlan