Barb Olivarez

• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
• Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.

• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
• Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
• Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.

Directed the preparation of salads, sides and desserts

Demonstrated knowledge of nutrition while according special dietary needs. Managed meal plan and collaborated with Head Cook to produce creative and diverse menus. Oversaw general maintenance, activities included cleaning as well as organization of kitchen. Managed a team of volunteers to successfully accomplish large scale cooking projects. Responsible for general administrative tasks such as answering phones and client intake. Exceeded expectations by volunteering for other special projects as needed, to help the organization achieve its mission to high standards. Delivered meals when volunteers were unable to do their routes