Proven record in client advocacy, care coordination, and effective communication, ensuring high standards of service and reliability.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant/Farmer/Human Resources
MANDAAMIN
10.2023 - Current
As Lab Assistant in an agricultural research center
Track collected samples by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
Collect data
Enter data in data base
Generate reports
Organize samples
Maintain lab
Order supplies
Maintain safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment
Train new laboratory personnel on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members
As a Farmer
Maintain the farm and grow the crops for research
As the Human Resource person
Hire summer farm hands
Hire and train lab assistants
Advocate/Caregiver/Personal Assistant
IRIS
01.2013 - Current
Deliver friendly service and offer expert support in every interaction
Navigate social services. Ensure all paperwork is in order, assisted with applications and collected required paperwork to help individuals register for supportive services
Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Provided transportation
Built strong relationships to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Burlington School District
09.2015 - 06.2020
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
Promoted a safe learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and intervening when necessary to maintain orderliness in the classroom.
Worked with student with a variety of disabilities.
Office Assistant (Part Time)
MacMurray College
09.2010 - 06.2013
Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Job Procurement/Job Coaching
Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
09.2010 - 05.2013
Worked with area businesses to procure employment for the visually impaired clients
Worked with the visually impaired clients to achieve positive outcomes for my clients and their employers by preparing them for their job, addressing performance challenges and identifying areas for improvement
Supported clients's professional development by connecting them with relevant resources and opportunities.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, trends, tools, techniques, and methodologies to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery quality.
Psychiatric Office Assistant
Dr. Edward Frischoltz
06.1998 - 04.2003
Handled insurance claims, including Medicare and Medicaid
Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace
Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries
Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing
Compiled information for the publishing of the Journal of Clinical Hypnosis