Amanda White
Many,LA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Service Worker with expertise in activities of daily living assistance, medication management, and client advocacy. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate care and safety awareness. Professional with strong background in providing direct support and care. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Skilled in communication, empathy, and crisis intervention. Consistently focused on achieving positive outcomes for individuals and teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Service Worker
Always and Forever Care
Zwolle, LA
01.2022 - Current
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene and mobility, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Facilitated recreational activities to encourage socialization and engagement among clients.
- Enhanced client safety by diligently monitoring their well-being and reporting any concerns to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Direct Service Worker
Touch of Grace
Zwolle, LA
03.2016 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with families to address concerns, enhancing communication and trust in caregiving processes.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Cashier
Fastrac
Many, LA
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring accountability and integrity.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, providing exceptional service and support.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Many High School
Many, LA05.2009
Skills
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Daily living activities
- Housekeeping tasks
- Medication monitoring
- Patient care
- First aid and safety
- Safety awareness
- Compassionate care
- Heavy lifting
- Transportation
- Direct care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Client documentation
- Meal preparation
- Client advocacy
- Medication administration
Timeline
Direct Service Worker
Always and Forever Care
01.2022 - Current
Direct Service Worker
Touch of Grace
03.2016 - 01.2022
Cashier
Fastrac
06.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Many High School