Experienced in providing comprehensive care and support to clients, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily living activities. Developed individualized care plans based on assessments and physician directives, ensuring alignment with patient health needs. Engaged clients in recreational activities to promote mental well-being while maintaining a clean and safe living environment through diligent housekeeping duties. Administered medications under supervision, demonstrating adherence to safety protocols and effective communication with healthcare professionals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
Caravan Management Facility
Sterling heights , Michigan
08.2023 - 10.2025
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Teacher in Head Start
Matrix Human Services
Detroit , Michigan
12.2014 - 05.2025
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.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Personal Care Assistant
Lynn Potts
Sterling heights , Michigan
05.2020 - 03.2021
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Personal Care Assistant
Home Instead Seniors Care
Sterling Heights, Michigan
03.2020 - 12.2020
Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.
Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
Researched community resources available for additional assistance or services if needed.
Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
Administered medication under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Paraprofessional
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit , Michigan
09.1997 - 11.2009
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
05-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI
06-1991
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Medication administration
Meal preparation
Personal care assistance
Housekeeping duties
Adaptive equipment use
Time management
First aid and CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Custodian
Caravan Management Facility
08.2023 - 10.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Lynn Potts
05.2020 - 03.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Home Instead Seniors Care
03.2020 - 12.2020
Teacher in Head Start
Matrix Human Services
12.2014 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
Detroit Public School Community District
09.1997 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education