Charlene Bauer
Mount Juliet,TN
Summary
Skilled Care Provider with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for clients. Assist elderly or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home including meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and laundry. Transport clients to appointments and community activities. Advise families and healthcare team regarding physical and emotional health concerns.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication reminders, and daily care activities for ongoing assessment purposes.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity in their final days.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments, errands, or recreational outings to foster client independence and socialization opportunities.
- Assisted clients in maintaining independence by supporting them in personal hygiene & tasks.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client''s specific requirements.
- Managed household chores such as preparing meals, light cleaning of living spaces, and doing laundry to create a comfortable environment for clients to live in safely.
Mental Health Program Specialist
Mental Health Cooperative
12.2010 - 06.2019
- Provide intensive care management for clients struggling with mental health problems. Responsible for developing overall treatment goals, plans, and concurrent reviews.
- Provide individual supportive therapy and symptom management.
- Coordinate physical health treatments.
- Provide referral and linkage to community resources while being an advocate for clients.
- Develop and maintain a relationship within the family unit and friends.
- Work as part of team to meet the clients needs, improve their lives, and achieve planned goals.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services
Argosy University
12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
09.2010
Skills
- Able to quickly build rapport with clients and their families
- Communicate with and support clients during any crisis episode to seek resolution to clients crises and reintegrate into their support systems
- Advocate for client's rights and preferences
- Act as a liaison for clients with their community resources
Timeline
Professional Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
11.2019 - Current
Mental Health Program Specialist
Mental Health Cooperative
12.2010 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Human Services
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
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