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MARIA ALMANZAR

Westminster

Summary

Caretaker for Premier Healthcare Services for 10 years. Home Depot employee for 8 years. Earned a bachelors' degree at California State University of Long Beach in 2017. Returned and graduated in Spring of 2024 from a Recreational Therapy Certificate Program and became certified in January 2025.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Cashier/Stocker

The Home Depot
06.2016 - Current
  • Accountable for every cashiers' growth and development among the registers, staff, and customers
  • Responsible for the customer's satisfaction, understanding and accommodating to their wants and needs, and maintenance of long checkout lines throughout the day
  • Leadership and team management skills remarkably demonstrated throughout every shift amidst my fellow employees and the overall development of the company
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions
  • Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment for customers

Caretaker to a Disabled Individual

Premier Healthcare Services
05.2014 - Current
  • Liable for the health and well-being of a disabled individual with cerebral palsy
  • Make sure all accommodations are set around their environment in order to provide the best care possible
  • As my experience increased with time, my communication between the individual grew stronger, allowing me to fulfill their wants and needs in a more adaptable fashion
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and families, fostering trust and open communication

Activity Leader/RT Intern

Ability First
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisting with tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, ensuring the comfort and well-being of the individual
  • Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage cognitive, social, physical, and emotional aspects of the participants
  • Promoted inclusivity through developing activities suitable for participants with varying abilities and backgrounds
  • Planned and implemented group activities, scheduled and supervised outings, assisted with the use of public transportation and setting up volunteer job opportunities and recreational activities in line with person centered service plans

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development, Child Development

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Westminster High School
Westminster, CA
06.2012

Skills

  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Compassionate and caregiving
  • Customer Service
  • Time-management
  • Oral and written communication
  • Leadership and teamwork

Certification

  • CPR, AED and First Aid Certification, 2014, renewed every 2 years.
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist credential from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification® (NCTRC®). Issued 01/2025.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/24/94

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Activity Leader/RT Intern

Ability First
01.2024 - 05.2024

Head Cashier/Stocker

The Home Depot
06.2016 - Current

Caretaker to a Disabled Individual

Premier Healthcare Services
05.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Westminster High School

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development, Child Development

California State University, Long Beach

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