Jennifer Hower
SUMERDUCK
Summary
Special needs caregiver professional that is compassionate and dependable with extensive experience in personal care and support for individuals with special needs. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and time management skills. Proven ability to create individualized care plans and deliver compassionate assistance while maintaining high standards. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable and effective care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Amanda Piercy
Public Partnerships Medicaid Waiver C/o Raymond Hicks
Sumerduck, VA
09.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided personalized support for daily living activities to enhance quality of life for individuals with special needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to specific needs and preferences of clients.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or health status to healthcare professionals.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in caregiving and behavioral management techniques.
- Coordinated recreational activities to promote social interaction and personal development among clients.
- Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care approach for each individual.
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring their voices were heard in care planning and decision-making processes.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in tracking client care activities.
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Enhanced the quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
- Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
- Provided compassionate care for special needs clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication regarding care plans.
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Ensured timely administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by medical professionals.
- Developed strong crisis management skills, working proactively to diffuse challenging situations and maintain a calm, supportive environment for special needs individuals.
- Promoted a safe, nurturing environment by diligently monitoring clients'' health and wellbeing.
- Offered support to assist with supervising special needs individuals in home.
- Increased client''s independence with consistent skill-building exercises and positive reinforcement.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Encouraged overall wellness through engaging exercise routines tailored to each client''s abilities and interests.
- Effectively collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop appropriate care plans for each client.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Served as a reliable resource for families in navigating community support services and resources relevant to their loved one''s unique needs.
- Facilitated socialization opportunities for special needs individuals, promoting inclusion within the community.
- Enhanced personal independence for individuals with special needs through tailored daily living skills training.
Personal Care Worker
Cynthia Paterson C/o Consumer Direct Medicaid Waiver
Sumerduck, VA
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal care needs, focusing on enhancing daily living activities and enriching quality of life.
- Conducted regular health evaluations and medication administration, ensuring strict compliance with care plans and safety regulations.
- Implemented effective support strategies to assist clients with mobility tasks, fostering independence and decreasing fall risk.
- Assessed client needs and preferences to create customized care plans in conjunction with healthcare professionals.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training on best practices for personal care and safety, promoting a knowledgeable and skilled team environment.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care strategies to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Coordinated communication between clients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
- Facilitated transportation for clients to attend appointments, social events, or run errands as needed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.
- Demonstrated respect for client privacy through discreet handling of sensitive information entrusted during care delivery.
- Prioritized safety measures within the home environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive strategies.
- Provided compassionate companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Education
GED -
Job Corps of America
Kanawha, West VirginiaSkills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate care
- First aid and safety
- Medical record-keeping
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Direct patient care
- Medication management
- Mobility assistance
- Special needs care
Timeline
Amanda Piercy
Public Partnerships Medicaid Waiver C/o Raymond Hicks
09.2023 - Current
Personal Care Worker
Cynthia Paterson C/o Consumer Direct Medicaid Waiver
06.2018 - Current
GED -
Job Corps of America