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Work History
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Christine Chulu

Christine Chulu

Dallas,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at Silver Lake, I excel in delivering compassionate care and emotional support, alongside adept medication administration. My approach, blending empathy with medical records management, has significantly enhanced client well-being. Recognized for my reliability and problem-solving skills, I drive positive outcomes in challenging environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs

Silver Lake
Dallas, TX
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
  • Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
  • Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Assisted in the development of life skills such as communication and mobility.
  • Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
  • Facilitated group activities for multiple special needs adults or children at once.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness, hospitalization or bereavement.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.

Care Assistant

Pam Pam Health Care
Dalla, TX
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Communicated with patients' family members and friends to answer questions and explain care tasks.

Caregiver, Special Needs

mercy davids Group
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated communication between clients, family members and medical staff.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Assisted in the development of life skills such as communication and mobility.
  • Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
  • Facilitated group activities for multiple special needs adults or children at once.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness, hospitalization or bereavement.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding medical treatments and therapies.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.

Marketing Manager

kpm Training
Cape Town, South Africa
02.2016 - 11.2018
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Liaised with media and advertising agencies to promote products.
  • Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
  • Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
  • Set specific marketing goals that align with the overall direction and business goals.
  • Supervised the department and provided guidance and feedback to other marketing professionals.
  • Marketed research and analyzed data to identify and define audiences.
  • Built relationships with influencers in the industry for increased visibility.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
  • Conducted research to determine ideal markets for products and services.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to keep up with industry trends.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to produce promotional items such as t-shirts and mugs.
  • Collected and analyzed market research data for use in forecasting.
  • Monitored progress and submitted performance reports.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals to add value to marketing team.
  • Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
  • Drove consistent, relevant traffic and leads from our social network presence.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies that maximize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to develop mutual approaches to problems and opportunities.
  • Worked with management team to oversee and monitor marketing strategy.
  • Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
  • Tracked and measured marketing outcomes including marketing activities, response, leads, sales, retention, and ROI.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies to create awareness of the company's business activities.
  • Managed the design and production of promotional materials, such as websites and brochures.

Education

Diploma - First Aid

St Johns Here For Good
Johanesburg South Africa
01-2017

Diploma - Diploma In Caregiving

Powerwedge Medical College
Johanesburg
01-2015

BBA - Business

University of Johannesburg
South Africa
01-2013

Skills

  • Compassion and empathy
  • Elderly care
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Supportive companionship
  • Medication administration
  • Medical records management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Dining room support
  • Reliability and punctuality

Accomplishments

  • Accountabilty Award At Silverleave
  • Care Giver of the Year At Mercy Davids Group
  • Markerter of the year at Kpm Group

Certification

  • Bachelor of Business Administration
  • Diploma In Care Giving
  • Certificate in Dementia
  • Certificate in First Aid

Languages

English
Professional
African Launguage
Professional

Timeline

Caregiver, Special Needs

Silver Lake
01.2023 - 01.2025

Care Assistant

Pam Pam Health Care
01.2022 - 01.2023

Caregiver, Special Needs

mercy davids Group
01.2019 - 02.2022

Marketing Manager

kpm Training
02.2016 - 11.2018

Diploma - First Aid

St Johns Here For Good

Diploma - Diploma In Caregiving

Powerwedge Medical College

BBA - Business

University of Johannesburg
Christine Chulu