CHERYL LAMB
New York
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Reliable Personal Assistant with track record of initiative and accuracy. Highly organized and consistently anticipates needs of clients. Skilled multitasker proficient in Micro Soft Office and correspondence management.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant
Link Homecare
06.2018 - Current
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Community Habilitation Specialist
RCIL
07.2017 - 01.2022
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
- Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to build program scope.
Teen Services Director
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
07.2007 - 08.2014
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Provided overall supervision and management of program recruitment, hiring, training and terminating.
- Adhered to negotiated annual budget and spending requirements.
- Monitored and maintained compliance with organization, licensing and funding source for program departments.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Facilitated established training guidelines and curriculum for employee training.
Arts & Literacy Program Developer
Pathways For Youth Boys & Girls Club
06.2003 - 06.2007
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
S.A.P.I.S Counselor
NYC Board Of Education
09.1990 - 06.1991
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant
New York City Board Of Education
09.1985 - 06.1990
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater/Acting
SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam, NY05.2002
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
SUNY College At Canton NY
Canton, NY05.1998
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Experience with [Specialties of Personal Services
- Presentations and Demonstrations
- Project Management
- Positive Rapport-Building
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Public Relations
- Meeting Planning
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Link Homecare
06.2018 - Current
Community Habilitation Specialist
RCIL
07.2017 - 01.2022
Teen Services Director
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
07.2007 - 08.2014
Arts & Literacy Program Developer
Pathways For Youth Boys & Girls Club
06.2003 - 06.2007
S.A.P.I.S Counselor
NYC Board Of Education
09.1990 - 06.1991
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant
New York City Board Of Education
09.1985 - 06.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Theater/Acting
SUNY Potsdam
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
SUNY College At Canton NY
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