Teresa Schrader
Weaverville
Summary
Dedicated Support Worker with experience at Humboldt Community Access Resource, adept at enhancing client well-being through personalized care and emotional support. Skilled in daily living assistance and relationship building, I successfully fostered independence and social skills, ensuring a nurturing environment that promoted personal growth and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
HUMBOLDT COMMUNITY ACSESS RESOURSE
07.2007 - 03.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Day Care Provider
Self Employed Web
06.2013 - 02.2017
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress, behavior, and milestones achieved during daycare hours.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
- Provided individualized attention to each child, recognizing their unique needs and adapting care accordingly.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, setting clear expectations for conduct in the daycare setting.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through interactive games and group activities that promoted cooperation and teamwork.
- Organized and maintained a clean, inviting play space that encouraged exploration while adhering to safety guidelines for childcare facilities.
- Supported families during transitions such as toilet training or starting school by providing guidance on strategies for success at home.
- Encouraged creativity through various art projects and hands-on activities designed to stimulate imagination while building fine motor skills.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Education
Psychology -
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CASkills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Daily living assistance
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Active listening
- Mobility assistance
- Relationship building
- Behavioral support
- Meal preparation
- Meal planning and preparation
- Transportation assistance
- Life skills development
- Professional boundaries
- Cultural sensitivity
- Clean driving record
- Skill development
- Attention to detail
- Recreational activities
- Critical thinking
- Budgeting and financial management
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Day Care Provider
Self Employed Web
06.2013 - 02.2017
Support Worker
HUMBOLDT COMMUNITY ACSESS RESOURSE
07.2007 - 03.2022
Psychology -
Humboldt State University
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