Ariana Navarro
Chicago,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
A New Age Human Services
07.2023 - Current
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted 7 patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in private residences.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Summer School Teacher
Hope Excel Reaching The World Academy
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between campers when necessary, promoting healthy communication skills within group dynamic.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
Fast Food Crew Member
McDonald's
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
- Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and promoting special offers.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru, prepared meals, and collected payments
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Expedited orders with accuracy, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL05.2026
High School Diploma -
North-Grand High School
Chicago, IL05.2023
Skills
- Childcare experience
- Direct Care Aide
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Food and beverage preparation
- Customer Complaint Resolution
- Safety Training
- Relationship Building
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
A New Age Human Services
07.2023 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Hope Excel Reaching The World Academy
07.2023 - 09.2023
Fast Food Crew Member
McDonald's
08.2021 - 10.2022
Associate of Arts - English Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
High School Diploma -
North-Grand High School