MARIE BAZILE BARREAU
Wyandanch,NY
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with over five years of experience in patient care and food preparation. Skilled in maintaining a clean and safe environment while fostering positive dining experiences for individuals with developmental disabilities. Seeking to leverage expertise in a supportive role.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Cook
Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI
Sayville, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organized workstations to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning by incorporating resident preferences and nutritional needs.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive dining experience tailored to residents' requirements.
- Monitored food inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies as needed.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to enhance meal quality and reduce waste.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
Direct Support Professional
United Cerebral Palsy
Hauppauge, NY
02.2022 - 11.2025
- Provided individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Assisted in implementing personalized care plans, ensuring compliance with client needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies for improved client outcomes and satisfaction.
- Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior or health, facilitating timely interventions as needed.
- Developed recreational programs tailored to client interests, increasing engagement and participation in activities.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Home Health Aide
Able Healthcare
Islandia, NY
02.2017 - 06.2023
- Educated residents on health maintenance strategies, promoting independence and wellness.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced service delivery efficiency within the team.
- Advocated for residents' needs, facilitating communication between families and medical staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Home Health Aide
Artis Senior Living
Commack, NY
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided personal care assistance to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, maintaining accurate records for compliance and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.
- Trained new aides on best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
VOCATIONNEL SCHOOL
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI06-1990
HOME HEALTH AIDE - HOME HEALTH AIDE
FIRST STEP HEALTH SCHOOL INC
Deer Park, NY03-2017
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Customer service
- Patient care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
Certification
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Kitchen Cook
Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI
04.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
United Cerebral Palsy
02.2022 - 11.2025
Home Health Aide
Artis Senior Living
11.2021 - 04.2022
Home Health Aide
Able Healthcare
02.2017 - 06.2023
HOME HEALTH AIDE - HOME HEALTH AIDE
FIRST STEP HEALTH SCHOOL INC
High School Diploma -
VOCATIONNEL SCHOOL