Open To Work
Brenda Shepherd
Rocklin,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with hands-on experience in personal care assistance, medication management, and health monitoring. Enhances client well-being through strategic care planning and community engagement. Delivers tailored support to meet individual needs while collaborating effectively within a team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
In Home Support Service CG
Placer County Depart and Human Service
Auburn, California
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Managed medication schedules, ensuring timely administration for clients.
- Administered medications according to physician or pharmacist instructions.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to family members.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support client health needs.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social outings to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Provided companionship through conversation, games, and recreational activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients consistently.
Private Caregiver
Sondra Singer
Rocklin, California
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained safe, clean living environments to promote health and comfort.
- Oversaw medication administration and ensured adherence to personal hygiene practices for client health.
- Engaged with clients to assess needs and preferences, fostering a personalized care approach.
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal care for clients.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules.
- Documented daily care activities and changes in client condition accurately.
- Developed and prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for optimal health.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and social events.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare professionals on care plans.
- Conducted safety assessments to identify potential hazards in homes.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Direct Support Professional
S.T.E.P Strategies To Empower People
Sacramento, California
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Facilitated social skills development and community engagement, enhancing client interactions.
- Monitored behaviors and documented observations to provide actionable insights for supervisors.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address client needs efficiently.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling and reinforcement, promoting a supportive environment.
- Trained new staff on client support best practices and safety protocols.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and community events.
- Maintained clean environments to ensure client safety and comfort.
Education
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
San Jose, CA06-1986
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Mission College
Santa Clara, CASkills
- Personal care assistance
- Medication management
- Health monitoring
- Care planning
- Mobility assistance
- Safety assessments
- Community engagement
Certification
- CPR & First Aide Certification
Affiliations
- Sell Avon to elderly group where I help out in the senior community
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeSalary Range
$25/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Private Caregiver
Sondra Singer
04.2025 - 05.2026
In Home Support Service CG
Placer County Depart and Human Service
04.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
S.T.E.P Strategies To Empower People
08.2018 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Mission College