Ketia Racine
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Host Home Provider with experience in offering safe and comfortable living environments for individuals requiring assistance. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, adaptability to various situations, and commitment to maintaining dignity and respect for all residents. Previous work has seen improvement in quality of life for residents through personalized care plans and fostering a warm, inclusive environment.
Compassionate Host Home Provider known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in creating nurturing environments, managing care plans, and fostering independence in individuals with disabilities. Excels in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring optimal support and advocacy for those in care. Demonstrates adaptability to meet diverse needs while maintaining respectful and professional relationships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Host Home Provider
Ocean care
Flemington, New Jersey
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed; deescalating volatile situations while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and job searching.
- Facilitated weekly meetings between clients and their families to discuss concerns or updates on their cases.
- Provided guidance to clients on how to access community resources such as food banks, health clinics.
- Supported client's transition into independent living after leaving the host home program.
- Encouraged healthy relationships among all individuals living in the host home setting.
- Provided a safe and secure home environment for at-risk youth.
- Attended monthly training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices related to working with at-risk youth.
- Conducted daily check-ins with clients to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Engaged in regular communication with other members of the host home team regarding client progress.
- Transported clients to appointments, school, work. when necessary.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to coordinate services for clients when needed.
- Ensured that all rules set by the agency were followed within the host home setting.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client in conjunction with the agency staff.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the host home program.
- Served as a mentor and role model for clients by demonstrating positive behavior and attitudes.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Companion Caregiver
Ocean care
Flemington, New Jersey
08.2018 - Current
- Performed grocery shopping for clients according to their dietary requirements.
- Scheduled doctor's appointments and other necessary services for the client.
- Encouraged participation in recreational activities such as reading books and playing games.
- Observed changes in client behavior or physical condition and reported to supervisor or family members.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients in their homes.
- Read aloud stories or articles from newspapers and magazines to engage the client's interest.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times like illness or bereavement.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for clients by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting.
- Helped develop mental stimulation exercises through conversations about current events or past experiences.
- Provided transportation for clients to attend religious services or other events.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Organized interactive activities like puzzles or board games that stimulate cognitive functioning.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs assessment results.
- Provided respite care for family members of the elderly client that allowed them time away from their duties of caregiving.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Gave medication reminders according to prescribed instructions.
- Transported clients to medical appointments, errands, and social engagements.
- Took part in community-based activities with the elderly client in order to increase social interaction opportunities.
- Assisted with mobility issues by providing assistance with walking or transferring from one place to another.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their unique needs.
- Cared for pets belonging to the elderly client if needed.
- Accompanied clients on walks outdoors for exercise and fresh air.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature when needed.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Retail Sales Associate
Regions
Union, New Jersey
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
- Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
- Offered gift wrapping services during holiday seasons, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular stock checks, reporting discrepancies and ordering stock replenishments as needed.
- Monitored and maintained the cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and stock areas.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, providing personalized service to encourage repeat business.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
Edison, New Jersey
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Sounded alarms and called police or fire department in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and expelled people continuously engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
- Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to closely monitor important areas on grounds.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Education
High School Diploma
Irvington High School
Irvington, NJ06-2013
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized care planning
- Community resource access
- Life skills development
- Behavior management
- Client transportation
- Documentation management
- Emotional support
- Life skills teaching
- Disability awareness
- Personal care assistance
- Activity planning
- Educational support
- Transportation assistance
- Safety awareness
- Cultural sensitivity
- Meal planning
- Personal hygiene assistance
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Regions
07.2023 - 06.2024
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
02.2021 - 06.2024
Host Home Provider
Ocean care
04.2019 - Current
Companion Caregiver
Ocean care
08.2018 - Current
High School Diploma
Irvington High School