Carrie Kignak
Anchorage,AK
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Resources
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients who experience disabilities to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored medication self-administration as directed by physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily goals to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
Childcare Provider
ASNA
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Cared for children ages 2 to 8 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces after every activity.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
Restaurant Hostess and Busser
IHop
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Took to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotations.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service.
- Checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware and replenished low stock.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
Personal Care Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Met clients' at their homes to provide essential care.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
Skills
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Arts and Crafts
- Cash Handling
- Typing
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
HIPAA
Better Kid Care - Health and Safety Basics
Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler
Alaska Marijuana Handler Certification
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Resources
10.2023 - Current
Restaurant Hostess and Busser
IHop
02.2022 - 06.2022
Childcare Provider
ASNA
01.2022 - 10.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
05.2020 - 08.2021
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