Maria Victoria Lawrence
Waynesboro,PA
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Private Elderly Client
Waynesboro, PA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Activity Aide
The Leland Laurel
Waynesboro, PA
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Provided one-on-one assistance to individuals with mobility issues during recreational activities.
- Encouraged participation in various recreational activities by providing verbal cues and positive reinforcement.
- Promoted socialization among the elderly by facilitating interactive games and engaging conversations.
- Led daily walks around the facility grounds to promote physical activity among residents.
- Maintained a clean environment before, during, and after each activity session.
- Provided emotional support to those who needed it while participating in recreational programs.
- Developed creative ways to engage residents who had difficulty focusing on specific tasks.
- Helped residents find meaningful hobbies which could be pursued at their own pace.
Recreational Aide
Hilton Kuwait Resort
Mangaf, Kuwait
03.2002 - 05.2003
- Monitored facility equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning.
- Instructed participants on the correct use of recreational equipment.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop new ideas for recreational programming.
- Created a welcoming environment that respected diversity among participants' backgrounds.
Teacher Aide
Nuestra Senora Del Pilar School
Cavite, Philiippines
06.2000 - 02.2001
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
Education
CNA -
Franklin County Career And Technology
Chambersburg11-2024
Bachelor of Arts - MassCom
Wesleyan University of The Philippines
Cabanatuan City06-1998
Computer Software
Imus Vocational Center
Cavite05-1997
High School Diploma -
Las Pinas East HS
Las Pinas03-1996
Skills
- Compassionate client care
- PPE usage
- Mobility assistance
- Patient mobility assistance
- Compassion and empathy
- Cultural sensitivity
- Special needs care
- Respectful and compassionate
- First aid and safety
- Personal hygiene assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
Timeline
Caregiver
Private Elderly Client
07.2023 - 10.2024
Activity Aide
The Leland Laurel
04.2018 - 11.2018
Recreational Aide
Hilton Kuwait Resort
03.2002 - 05.2003
Teacher Aide
Nuestra Senora Del Pilar School
06.2000 - 02.2001
CNA -
Franklin County Career And Technology
Bachelor of Arts - MassCom
Wesleyan University of The Philippines
Computer Software
Imus Vocational Center
High School Diploma -
Las Pinas East HS