Gursahit Kaur
Cliffwood,NJ
Summary
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a focus on healthcare. Developed strong communication and patient-centered care skills through diverse caregiving roles, including support for elderly individuals and autistic family members. Committed to enhancing clinical abilities as a Behavior Technician while laying the groundwork for a future in Patient Care Technician training.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
03.2024 - 07.2026
- Provided hands-on assistance with daily living activities, including feeding support, mobility assistance, bathing, dressing, and supervision to promote safety and comfort
- Assisted elderly individuals with routine care needs while maintaining patience, compassion, and respect for their independence and dignity
- Delivered compassionate care and assistance to elderly individuals, fostering a supportive environment
- Prepared balanced meals for elderly individuals to enhance nutrition and promote overall health
- Supported safe movement and transfers through hand-over-hand assistance and guidance with daily tasks
- Cultivated strong interpersonal skills by offering consistent care, emotional support, and personalized attention to individual needs.
Academic Tutor
Matawan Aberdeen Middle School
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Tutored middle school students in math, reading, writing, and science
- Modified teaching strategies to address diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement
- Fostered collaborative communication techniques within team, improving instructional effectiveness
Personal In-Home Caregiver
- Supported feeding, mobility, and daily living activities to enhance quality of life
- Fostered independence while ensuring safety through proactive supervision
- Delivered hand-over-hand assistance and tailored support to meet individual needs
- Provided daily care and supervision for an autistic family member
- Developed patience, crisis management, communication, and behavioral support skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ05-2029
Skills
- Caregiving
- ADL assistance
- Elderly care
- Elderly personal care
- Mobility assistance
- Patient care
- Autism support
- Autism Experience
- Tutoring
- Working With Students
- Teaching
- Math
- Behavior Management
- Problem-solving
- Organizational management
- Learning Technology
- Communication Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Writing Skills
Certification
New Jersey Probationary Auto Driver License, 09/01/25, 04/30/29
Languages
- Hindi, Expert
- Punjabi, Expert
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
03.2024 - 07.2026
Academic Tutor
Matawan Aberdeen Middle School
11.2022 - 05.2025
Personal In-Home Caregiver
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rutgers University-New Brunswick