Joyce Aakhus
Carmichael
Summary
Dedicated Chore Worker at I.H.S.S. with a proven ability to enhance client well-being through emotional support and effective meal preparation. Skilled in maintaining a clean environment and managing household tasks, I foster trust and communication, ensuring clients receive compassionate care while promoting independence and comfort.
Developed strong organizational and time-management skills in hands-on working environment. Experienced in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency through diligent work habits. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferrable skills to contribute to dynamic team environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chore Worker
I.H.S.S
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in client homes, promoting a safe environment.
- Supported clients in meal preparation, fostering nutritional awareness and healthy eating habits.
- Documented client progress and needs, facilitating effective communication with care teams.
- Reduced stress for families by taking on household chores, allowing them more time for personal pursuits or relaxation activities.
- Maintained appropriate professional boundaries while establishing trust with clients, fostering long-lasting working relationships.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Education
Associate of Science - Gerontology
American River College
Sacramento, CA06-2003
Skills
- Emotional support person
- Helping with driving to doctors and store
- Clean and do landary
- Help get dressed
- Make breakfast lunch dinner
Timeline
Chore Worker
I.H.S.S
06.2024 - 11.2025
Associate of Science - Gerontology
American River College