Ariel Lardiere
Brick,New Jersey
Summary
Summary:
Highly motivated and compassionate professional with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a minor in Health. Possesses a diverse background, encompassing valuable experience in customer service, sales, front desk operations, and caregiving for the elderly. Recently transitioned to a role supporting youth at a homeless shelter. Eager to explore new opportunities that capitalize on my education, skills, and passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others. Seeking to broaden my experience and contribute to meaningful projects where I can apply my knowledge and expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Ocean's Harbor House
Toms River, NJ
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
Genworth Life Insurance
Toms River, NJ
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented physical therapy twice everyday to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
Patient Care Coordinator
Rotem Dental Care
Toms River, NJ
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
- Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
- Assisted with data entry and administrative support tasks to help meet team goals.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Lead Fitting Room Associate
Old Navy
Toms River, NJ
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Cleaned and maintained fitting rooms regularly.
- Welcomed each customer to fitting room with warm smile and kind words.
- Offered help to customers and brought alternative sizes.
- Processed information and merchandise through POS register system.
- Trained new hires on how to effectively run the fitting room and salesfloor.
Brand Associate
Old Navy
Toms River, NJ
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Assisted with daily opening and closing tasks to maintain clean, neat and professional store.
- Functioned as team player by working with other members to achieve store goals.
- Placed styles, sizes and colors of product on sales floor to maintain availability for customers.
- Engaged, educated and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Kean University
Toms River, NJ05.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Sociological Research/Writing
- Social Behaviors
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Creative Solutions
- Crisis Situations
- Understanding of diversity dimensions including race, class, and gender
- Some proficiency in Spanish
Certification
- CPI Safety Specialist
- Narcan Training
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Students conducting no more than minimal risk research, CITI Program
- Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, and Arts, CITI Program
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Ocean's Harbor House
03.2023 - Current
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
Genworth Life Insurance
12.2022 - 01.2023
Patient Care Coordinator
Rotem Dental Care
10.2022 - 11.2022
Lead Fitting Room Associate
Old Navy
06.2017 - 07.2020
Brand Associate
Old Navy
06.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Kean University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ocean County College