Lanisha Solomon
Pomona,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic caregiver eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of job and training in care providing. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in caregiving. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foster Caregiver
The Heart Matters FFA
Grand Terrace, California
08.2020 - Current
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
- Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
IHSS Care Provider
Audrey Walton
Pomona, California
01.2012 - Current
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
IHSS Care Provider
Henry Forrest
Pomona, CA
02.2013 - 11.2021
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Cashier
Stater Brothers
Rowland Heights, CA
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Mentored new team members on sales software system operation.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Processed customer refunds and exchanges according to established guidelines.
- Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
- Reviewed new promotions and monitored price changes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06.2025
High School Diploma -
John Muir High School
Pasadena, CA06.2001
Skills
- Mobile Devices
- Care Reporting
- Outdoor Activities
- Youth Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Foster Parent Support
- Life Skills Development
- Fine Motor Skills
Certification
- Certified Foster Parent, The Heart Matters - 08/20/2020
Timeline
Foster Caregiver
The Heart Matters FFA
08.2020 - Current
Cashier
Stater Brothers
08.2016 - 04.2017
IHSS Care Provider
Henry Forrest
02.2013 - 11.2021
IHSS Care Provider
Audrey Walton
01.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Mt San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
John Muir High School
- Certified Foster Parent, The Heart Matters - 08/20/2020
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