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Joana Gonzalez

Van Nuys,California

Summary

Compassionate Sitter with exceptional background working with geriatric patients suffering from dementia including Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia. Solid advocate for patient's wellbeing and quality of life. Works to provide high levels of physical and emotional care for senior patients in home and assisted living environments. Empathetic Student Success Coach recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing personalized coaching plans, facilitating engaging workshops, and implementing effective study strategies. Excel at communication, active listening, and adaptability, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational environments. Committed to fostering student growth and academic success through tailored support and guidance. Motivated Student Success Coach with background in promoting student success through personalized attention and academic support. Strengths include developing effective learning strategies, fostering positive relationships, and improving student retention rates. Have demonstrated ability to influence student personal growth while maintaining focus on academic achievement. Committed to creating an environment conducive to student development and educational advancement.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Student Success Coach

AmeriCorps Program
Los Angeles, CA
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned up after activities by picking up toys and straightening up the playroom.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks, and meals.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time are important to support the development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety, and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience, and other good behaviors in children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks, and meals.
  • I organized and cleaned the home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up the playroom.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Supervised children on the playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Provided individualized coaching to students on academic success strategies and study skills.
  • Supported faculty members with developing innovative teaching approaches that foster student engagement.
  • Assisted students in developing plans for academic success, including goal setting, time management, and organization.
  • Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress toward meeting established goals.
  • Counseled students on how to effectively manage stress and anxiety related to academics.
  • Developed relationships with faculty members to better understand student needs and help them succeed academically.
  • Advised students on personal matters that may be impacting their academic performance or mental health.
  • Guided course selection based on a student's strengths and interests.

Patient Sitter

The Meadows Post Acute
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.
  • Maintained patient's home environment to keep safe, clean and familiar.
  • Engaged patient in appropriate stimulation activities and physical activity.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Provided exceptional physical care to go beyond simple bathing to manicures, hair sets, and light massage.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Pursued new techniques and trends for working with dementia patients to provide mental stimulation.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
  • Worked to alleviate isolation and loss of personal freedom in patients resulting from deteriorating physical and mental health

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA
05.2023

Skills

  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Patient Information Collection
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Care Activities
  • Compassionate Patient Care
  • Learning Strategies
  • Planning Physical Activities
  • Educational Activities
  • Following Directions
  • Playing Puzzles and Games
  • Exercise and outdoor activities
  • Maintaining a Safe Environment
  • Academic advising
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Motivational techniques
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Teamwork
  • Stress management

Affiliations

  • Community Service with kids helping them with school, homework and English language.
  • Volunteering at the Ana Valdivia Foundation with special needs children with cerebral palsy.
  • Helping others when they need me.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Travel

I enjoy and like to visit new places to get out of my comfort zone. I love it and I want to travel around the world, that is my goal. In addition to that, I am a very kind and sociable person and it is very easy for me to connect with people.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Success Coach

AmeriCorps Program
10.2023 - 06.2024

Patient Sitter

The Meadows Post Acute
12.2022 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Northridge

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