Laura Rosenzweig
Leonardtown,MD
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Adept at enhancing transportation and activity coordination for Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, I leveraged teamwork and medical knowledge to streamline operations and improve client care. My background includes ensuring safety and fostering trust among special needs students, achieving a notable increase in efficient and compassionate service delivery. Highly intuitive Special Needs Bus Aide skilled in providing support for special needs students during school transport. Supervises activities to safeguard passengers while boarding, exiting and riding bus. Addresses needs of students with diverse challenges to promote safe and reliable transit services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Bus Aide
Bell Boys Bus Company
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Supervised students and maintained discipline on bus to reduce driver distraction.
- Liaised with bus driver to conduct emergency evacuation drills.
- Informed parents of student behavioral changes to formulate guidelines and solutions.
- Lifted and moved students to optimize comfort.
- Communicated with bus driver to meet students' medical, physical and behavioral needs during transport.
- Operated lift and secured wheelchair to maximize student safety and stability.
- Placed special needs students in designated seats and fastened and secured seat belts before departure to reduce risk of injury.
- Informed substitute and newly assigned drivers of routes and directions to maintain timely schedule.
- Partnered with bus driver to load and unload special needs students and equipment for safe departure and arrival.
- Provided timely assistance to students boarding or exiting the bus, reducing potential risks for accidents or injuries.
- Developed strong relationships with special needs students, building trust and rapport that contributed to successful transport experiences.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus environment, promoting a positive atmosphere for students with diverse needs.
Cashier
Dickson Field of Flowers
01.2007 - 06.2007
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Transportation Coordinator
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
01.2003 - 08.2004
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Analyzed transportation data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Provided timely transportation of diverse clients to healthcare facilities.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures for the transportation department.
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to residents floor nurses.
- Improved transportation efficiency by streamlining route planning and coordinating schedules.
Activities Assistant
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
07.2002 - 01.2003
- Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Provided transportation to appointments and events to keep residents connected to community and allow access to necessary services.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Education
No Degree - Dietetics And Nutrition
Keiser Career College - Port St. Lucie
New Port Richey, FLHigh School Diploma -
Chopticon High School
Morganza, MD06.1993
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Medical Knowledge
- Safety awareness
- Mobility Assistance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
Timeline
Special Needs Bus Aide
Bell Boys Bus Company
08.2009 - 06.2011
Cashier
Dickson Field of Flowers
01.2007 - 06.2007
Transportation Coordinator
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
01.2003 - 08.2004
Activities Assistant
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
07.2002 - 01.2003
No Degree - Dietetics And Nutrition
Keiser Career College - Port St. Lucie
High School Diploma -
Chopticon High School
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