Denise Francis-Woods
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Home Worker
State of California, Department of Social Services
Los Angeles, CA
02.2019 - Current
- Provided direct care and support to residents in a group home setting.
- Organized educational programs to help residents develop skills needed for independent living.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals experiencing difficulties or crises situations.
- Facilitated family visits by providing transportation services when necessary.
- Supervised outings to ensure safety of the residents during community events or trips.
- Implemented behavior management strategies when needed for challenging behaviors.
- Engaged in regular interactions with individuals to assess their needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss individual case plans and outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of clients' medical information and treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure effective communication between departments.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
Certified Caregiver
State of California, Department of Social Services
Los Angeles, CA
02.2015 - 01.2019
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA06-1987
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Community Outreach Expert
- Emergency Response Training
- Patient Support
- Time Management Abilities
- Treatment Planning
- Analytical Skills
- Family Counseling
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- First-Aid and CPR
- Personal Care Assistance
- Documentation and Reporting
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Group Home Worker
State of California, Department of Social Services
02.2019 - Current
Certified Caregiver
State of California, Department of Social Services
02.2015 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Political Science
Los Angeles Southwest College
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Food Handler Certification
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