Hardworking care specialist polished in creating schedules, following commitments and maintaining routines. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience by offering details-first approach to listening and engaging with clients.
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Calla McMillan
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
VolunteeringSun City West, AZ
In-Home Senior Caregiver
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individual and continually monitored safety.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Guided clients through multiple art mediums to encourage client expression and creativity.
Self-employeedRoseville, CA
House Sitter and Dog Walker
06.2021 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Managed schedule of clientele and adjusted for last minute requests, providing backup support and recommendations through personal network of dog walkers.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
- Communicate with clients regarding service and care throughout the assignment and provided quality photos with updates.
- Delivered warm companionship to pets with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and medication schedules for animals under care.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Maintained clean and orderly home, play yards, kennels and cages.
Salk FamilySeattle, WA
Nanny
09.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Cared for an Infant and a Toddler
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Communicated daily with parents on well-being of children.
- Prepared snacks and meals, created and coordinated projects, and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
Camp KirbyBellingham, WA
Science and Nature Specialist
04.2019
Job overview
- Ages 6-17
- Worked with the natural environment to create an educational environment that nurtured children’s respect for our planet and the animals we share it with.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Monitored for signs of physical and emotional distress and stopped activities to administer care when appropriate.
- Informed campers of daily schedules and provided regular timing updates to prevent lateness to subsequent activities.
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related concerns.
- Captured and gently removed animals that made their way into facilities, assessed for injuries and contacted local wildlife rehabilitators.
YMCA Childcare CenterBellingham, WA
Assistant Teacher
11.2017 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Cared for classrooms of infants and preschoolers
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning activities, and free play time.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress and increase overall student happiness.
- Read stories, incorporated music, and taught art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on team communication, curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Education
Western Washington UniversityBellingham, WA
Some College (No Degree)
University Overview
Skills
- Educational Support
- Superior Communication Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Creative Thinking
- Emergency Response
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Client Education
- Compassionate Client Care
Availability
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Timeline
In-Home Senior Caregiver
Volunteering
03.2023 - Current
House Sitter and Dog Walker
Self-employeed
06.2021 - 03.2023
Nanny
Salk Family
09.2019 - 05.2021
Science and Nature Specialist
Camp Kirby
04.2019
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Childcare Center
11.2017 - 10.2018
Western Washington University
Some College (No Degree)
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