Aja Manyuon
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
I am a dedicated caregiver with a genuine compassion for elderly and disabled individuals. My experience at Easterseals Iowa, Angela Browder LLC, and Link Associates has allowed me to develop personalized care plans that truly enhance the well-being and dignity of those I support. Skilled in medication reminders and building trusting relationships, I strive to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where seniors and individuals with disabilities feel valued, respected, and cared for.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Angela Home Care
3131 Fleur Drives
04.2021 - Current
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Easter Seals Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Crewmember
Dunkin’ Donuts
West Des Moines, IA
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
- Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Link Associates Inc
West Des Moines, IA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
Grimes, Iowa
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Scanned and sorted incoming packages by destination and priority, maintaining accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles efficiently, ensuring timely distribution of packages.
- Packed, sealed, and labeled shipments adhering to company standards and protocols.
- Performed preventive maintenance on material handling equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Crewmember/Shift Manager
McDonald’s
West Des Moines, IA
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
- Prepared weekly schedules for crew members based on forecasted sales volume.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Assisted other departments when needed, such as helping out in the kitchen or taking phone orders from customers.
- Supervised employees engaged in stocking merchandise, making sure product was properly labeled and displayed correctly.
- Ensured all necessary paperwork was completed accurately at end of each shift.
- Assigned tasks to crew members and monitored their performance.
Crewmember
SUBWAY®Restaurants
West Des Moines, IA
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Casco Bay High School
196 Allen Ave, Portland, ME 0410305.2014
Skills
Documentation and Reporting
Meal Preparation
Compassionate Caregiving
Effective Time Management
Dementia Care Expertise
Providing Emotional Support
End-of-Life Compassionate Care
Daily Living Assistance
Empathy and Patience in Action
Attention to Details
Adaptability and Flexibility
Deep Compassionate Care
Feeding Assistance with Care
Fall Prevention Strategies
Quick Learner
Light Cleaning and Housekeeping
Bedside Care with Compassion
Ability to Lift and Support
Cooking Meals
Timeline
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Angela Home Care
04.2021 - Current
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Easter Seals Iowa
11.2020 - 03.2025
Crewmember
Dunkin’ Donuts
09.2020 - 11.2021
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Link Associates Inc
05.2020 - 08.2020
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
05.2020 - 07.2020
Crewmember/Shift Manager
McDonald’s
06.2018 - 05.2020
Crewmember
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2015 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Casco Bay High School