Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Singing,cooking.
Languages
Timeline
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Gracias HOUSSOU

Gracias HOUSSOU

Summary

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 10 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Home Instead
03.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.

Caregiver

Home Care Assistance Corporation
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Entertain residents by reading stories ,books and singing songs.

Restaurant Server

Le Pain Quotidian
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.

Banquet Waiter

Lucien Manor
11.2019 - 11.2021
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
  • Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
  • Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Law (Pre-Law)

University of Abomey-calavi
Calavi,Benin
10.2019

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Progress Documentation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Patient Companionship

Singing,cooking.

Music is a source a healing to the soul so I enjoy singing having in mind that it will help the patient's in the process of recovery. Cooking is an art and could be more interesting if made with care and love ; that's also a way i opt for to assist patients.

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Home Instead
03.2022 - Current

Caregiver

Home Care Assistance Corporation
01.2022 - Current

Restaurant Server

Le Pain Quotidian
01.2020 - 06.2022

Banquet Waiter

Lucien Manor
11.2019 - 11.2021

Associate of Science - Law (Pre-Law)

University of Abomey-calavi

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