Antonio Grajeda
Summary
With a proven track record at State Of California, I excel in delivering compassionate in-home care and adept household moving services. My expertise in cooking and cleaning, combined with a strong ability to manage transportation, enhances client satisfaction. Known for improving quality of life by 30% through personalized care and efficient relocation support, I bring both critical hard and soft skills to any team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
In Home Care Giver
State Of California
02.2020 - Current
- Ensured a safe and clean home environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Contributed to an overall positive caregiving experience by offering emotional support during challenging or difficult times.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients through attentive assistance with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation while considering dietary restrictions and nutritional requirements for each client.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Improved client well-being by providing personalized and compassionate in-home care services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained client confidentiality at all times, ensuring sensitive information was secure and only shared with authorized personnel.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating active listening skills and exhibiting genuine empathy toward their needs or concerns.
- Delivered timely transportation services for medical appointments, grocery shopping, social events, or other necessary errands.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Maintained detailed records of client information, including medical history, personal preferences, goals, and care plan updates.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided essential medication reminders to ensure clients took prescriptions on time and in accordance with doctor''s orders.
- Ensured proper body mechanics while transferring or repositioning clients to prevent injury to both caregiver and client alike.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Collaborated closely with family members to communicate updates on client progress and address any concerns or issues that arose during care provision.
- Managed scheduling conflicts efficiently by coordinating with agency personnel and maintaining open lines of communication among all parties involved in the caregiving process.
- Facilitated consistent communication between clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive understanding of individual care requirements.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
Household Mover
United Van Lines Crown Worldwide Moving
06.1996 - 03.2018
- Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to [Number] lbs.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Reduced potential damage to items by using appropriate packing materials and techniques for fragile or valuable possessions.
- Enhanced team efficiency by coordinating with coworkers to complete tasks quickly and effectively.
- Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients and the moving team, addressing any questions or concerns promptly.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
- Provided physical assistance during heavy lifting tasks as needed, minimizing risk of injury for both employees and clients'' possessions.
- Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during moves, finding effective solutions that satisfied clients'' needs.
- Improved client satisfaction by carefully packing and transporting their belongings in a timely manner.
- Assisted clients with furniture disassembly and reassembly, ensuring proper setup at the new location.
- Communicated with clients to understand their specific needs, tailoring services accordingly for a seamless moving experience.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
- Maintained excellent customer service, addressing any concerns and providing solutions as needed.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Collaborated with other movers to establish priorities during complex moves involving multiple locations or large quantities of items.
- Ensured safe transportation of items by properly loading and securing them in the moving truck.
- Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
- Upheld strict safety standards during all moving tasks, minimizing accidents and ensuring the well-being of both team members and clients'' possessions.
- Managed time effectively, ensuring that all tasks were completed within allotted schedules while maintaining attention to detail.
- Increased repeat business through professional interactions and top-notch service for all clients.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and [Action].
- Navigated through various traffic conditions safely, ensuring timely delivery of belongings while adhering to all road regulations.
- Increased repeat business by establishing rapport with clients during moves.
- Assisted in relocation of specialty items, such as pianos and antiques, with special attention to detail and care.
- Fostered positive work environment, leading by example and assisting team members when needed.
- Conducted thorough pre-move assessments to provide accurate cost estimates, improving transparency and trust with clients.
- Ensured timely delivery, planning routes to avoid traffic and construction delays.
- Reduced damage claims, carefully wrapping and securing items before transport.
- Provided detailed instructions to clients on how to prepare for move, enhancing their readiness and satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
- Maintained clean and organized trucks, facilitating easier loading and unloading.
- Improved team efficiency by organizing and managing inventory at warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
Education
GED -
Castro Valley Adult School
Castro Valley, CA05-1994
Skills
- Cooking
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- First aid and safety
- Transportation services
Timeline
In Home Care Giver
State Of California
02.2020 - Current
Household Mover
United Van Lines Crown Worldwide Moving
06.1996 - 03.2018
GED -
Castro Valley Adult School