Maribel Valdivia
El Monte,CA
Summary
Dedicated Care Assistant with experience at Visiting Angels Home Care, skilled in compassionate care and mobility assistance. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through personalized care plans and strong relationship building. Committed to maintaining client dignity and comfort while ensuring effective communication with healthcare professionals.
Experienced with delivering compassionate care to individuals with diverse needs. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to support daily living activities and emotional well-being. Knowledge of personalized care plans and patient comfort enhancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Assistant
Visiting Angels Home Care
02.2019 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate support to clients, enhancing quality of life through personalized care plans.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, fostering independence and dignity in their home environment.
- Monitored and documented client health status, ensuring timely communication with healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols, promoting best practices for safety and client well-being.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and families, facilitating trust and open communication regarding care needs.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Food Delivery Driver
Uber Eats
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered food promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction through reliable service.
- Navigated efficient routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery times.
- Communicated effectively with customers and restaurant partners to resolve issues.
- Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous during interactions to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
Care Assistant
Brookdales
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Implemented customized care strategies, adapting quickly to changing client requirements and preferences.
- Provided personalized care and support to elderly clients, enhancing daily living activities.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and communication.
- Implemented engaging activities tailored to individual interests, promoting mental stimulation.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Activities Assistant
Santa Teresita Manor
10.2008 - 05.2012
- Developed and implemented engaging activity programs for diverse groups, enhancing participant satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new staff on best practices for activity facilitation and participant engagement.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
- Created promotional materials for activities, increasing community awareness and participation rates.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and program outcomes, supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Led workshops on skill development, fostering growth and confidence among participants through hands-on learning experiences.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Monte High School
El Monte, CA06-1986
Skills
- Feeding assistance
- Compassionate care
- Mobility assistance
- Client confidentiality
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Toileting support
- Basic housekeeping
- End-of-life care
- Nutrition monitoring
- Personal care assistance
- Respectful and compassionate
- Dependable and responsible
- Time management
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Relationship building
- Patient care
- Emotional support
- First aid and safety
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Elderly care
- Documentation
- Patient assessments
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
Timeline
Care Assistant
Visiting Angels Home Care
02.2019 - 06.2025
Food Delivery Driver
Uber Eats
02.2018 - 01.2019
Care Assistant
Brookdales
03.2014 - 04.2018
Activities Assistant
Santa Teresita Manor
10.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
El Monte High School