Jessica Ng'ang'a

In 2020, I joined Laurelbrook Academy to serve as a volunteer Certified Nursing Assistant in their nursing home. I served in a supporting role that helped facilitate Laurelbrook academy's mission of offering Adventist education to the youth, empowering them to grow in faith and knowledge. I volunteered for 4 years, rotating between first, second, and night shifts. I gained skills in patient care, Adult CPR and First Aid, communication skills and professionalism in the workplace.

At Laurelbrook, I also served briefly as the Church Clerk from 2023-2024, under the supervision and assistance of Mrs. Beth Clayton.

In addition to these roles, I also volunteered for 6 months in the Laurelbrook nursing home kitchen, preparing meals for the residents and supervising students during shifts.

Skills Developed Through Service:

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

Prior to joining laurelbrook, I served as a missionary volunteer at Wildwood Center for Health Evangelism from June 2019- March 2020. This was a volunteer opportunity I decided to partake in after high school during my gap year. At Wildwood, I cared for retired missionaries, served briefly as the switchboard operator at the lifestyle center reception desk and performed housekeeping duties at the lifestyle centre and the educational building.

I also gained valuable knowledge through the Health Evangelism course on natural remedies for health and a deeper understanding of the Bible and how to apply its invaluable wisdom in my day to day life.