Alexandria Cooksey
Vallejo,C.A.
Summary
Compassionate Personal Attendant with background in providing personalized care to individuals of varying ages and health conditions. Strong ability to handle daily living needs, administer medication, and manage healthcare appointments. Exceptional communication skills ensure smooth interaction between clients, family members, and healthcare providers. Proven impact in improving quality of life for past clients through empathy, patience, and professional caregiving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Attendant
HarmonyHome
Walnut Creek, C.A.
01.2014 - Current
- Handled financial responsibilities alongside cleaning, cooking and medication tasks.
- Promoted positive behavior management techniques through verbal reinforcement or distraction tactics.
- Monitored client's physical and emotional well-being and reported any changes to appropriate personnel.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Encouraged clients to participate in social activities that promote positive interaction with others.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with disabilities and developmental challenges.
Special Ed Assistant 1
Ygnacio Valley High MDUSD
Concord, C.A.
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted in preparing daily learning criteria for SDC classrooms at Ygnacio Valley High School.
- Provided emotional support when necessary for both students and families dealing with difficult situations.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Reviewed coursework leading to improved student outcomes.
Special Ed Assistant 2
Ygnacio Valley High MDUSD
Concord, C.A.
01.2015 - 01.2018
- 1:1 aide in a Severe Handicap classroom with a serve autistic non-verbal girl with Down Syndrome
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Assisted special needs students with activities of daily living, including toileting, eating and grooming.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Created lesson plans that catered specifically to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with school behaviorist to enhance student self-regulation skills.
General Laborer
ManPower
Benicia, C.A.
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Performed packaging, stacking, and wrapping of boxes with efficiency.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
Caregiver
IHSS
SanFrancisco, C.A.
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Performed light housekeeping duties and ran errands.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Caregiver
Comfort Keeper
Vacaville, C.A.
- Performed housekeeping tasks and ran errands.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Adams City College
San Francisco, CA01.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Hospital Management
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHSkills
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- IHSS Provider in Contra Costa and Solano Counties
- Behavior redirection
- Medication administration
- Care plan adherence
- Vaccinated and Boosted
Timeline
Special Ed Assistant 1
Ygnacio Valley High MDUSD
01.2018 - 01.2020
Special Ed Assistant 2
Ygnacio Valley High MDUSD
01.2015 - 01.2018
Personal Attendant
HarmonyHome
01.2014 - Current
General Laborer
ManPower
01.2014 - 01.2015
Caregiver
IHSS
01.2011 - 01.2013
Caregiver
Comfort Keeper
High School Diploma -
John Adams City College
Some College (No Degree) - Hospital Management
Eastern Gateway Community College