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DARNETTA RIDDICK

Portsmouth,VA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at All Support Options, skilled in medication administration and clear communication. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through personalized care and emotional support. Strong team collaboration skills foster trust and open dialogue with families and healthcare professionals, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs

All Support Options
03.2024 - Current
  • Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced the quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
  • Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
  • Provided compassionate care for special needs clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity at all times.
  • Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.

Caretaker

FAMILY HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS LLC
06.2019 - Current
  • Collaborated with family members and healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal client support.
  • Educated clients on self-care techniques for enhanced autonomy in managing their wellbeing.
  • Conducted safety assessments within clients'' homes, implementing modifications as needed to reduce fall risks and other hazards.
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation and personal grooming.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and families, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.

Warehouse Worker

Target Distribution Center
02.2019 - 01.2025
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
  • Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.

Grocery Manager

Kroger
10.2014 - 08.2019
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Coordinated with other departments for smooth cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall store performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

I C NORCOM
Portsmouth, VA
06-1993

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05-2011

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Medication administration
  • Clear communication
  • Feeding assistance
  • Transportation assistance

Certification

  • PCA - Personal Care Aide

Timeline

Caregiver, Special Needs

All Support Options
03.2024 - Current

Caretaker

FAMILY HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS LLC
06.2019 - Current

Warehouse Worker

Target Distribution Center
02.2019 - 01.2025

Grocery Manager

Kroger
10.2014 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

I C NORCOM

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix

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