I really love massage therapy and am looking for ways to help myself open doorways into that career path
Kaitlyn Harris
Klamath Falls,OR
Summary
Professional with strong background in training and development, adept at designing and implementing effective training programs. Skilled in curriculum development, instructional design, and leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving measurable results. Reliable, flexible, and focused on driving continuous improvement in organizational performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Specialist/Tutor Mentor
New Horizons in Home Care
05.2018 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing training materials for new employees.
- Supported training sessions by preparing resources and coordinating schedules.
- Participated in evaluating employee performance through feedback and observations.
- Collaborated with team members to identify training needs and improvement areas.
- Conducted research on best practices to enhance training effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of training attendance and participant progress.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth integration into the team.
- Adapted training content to meet diverse learning styles and preferences of participants.
- Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
- Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by conducting regular follow-ups with trainees post-training sessions.
- Established a mentorship program to facilitate knowledge sharing between experienced employees and new hires, enhancing overall team performance.
Caregiver
Shore Pines Senior Living
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided compassionate care to clients, ensuring safety and comfort in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility support to enhance quality of life.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to client needs, fostering independence and well-being.
- Trained junior caregivers on best practices for patient care and effective communication techniques.
- Monitored client health status, documenting changes accurately for timely intervention by healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated engaging social activities that promoted mental stimulation and emotional support among clients.
- Collaborated with families to communicate client progress and address concerns regarding care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a clean and safe environment for all clients.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mazama High School
Klamath Falls, ORSkills
- Learning management systems
- E-learning platforms
- Training program development
- Training program design
- Job training
- Classroom expertise
- Classroom experience
- Employee development
- Video instruction
- Human resources
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee coaching
- Schedule management
- Presentation
- Training best practices
- Clear communication
- Quality assurance
- Decision-making
- Program monitoring and tracking
- Public speaking
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Corporate training programs
Interests
Timeline
Training Specialist/Tutor Mentor
New Horizons in Home Care
05.2018 - Current
Caregiver
Shore Pines Senior Living
02.2017 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Mazama High School