Marilu Salinas
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
To obtain a rewarding and challenging occupation as Early Childhood Assistant. Where my knowledge, skills, and performance will lead to outstanding care for the youth. Ultimately my commitment is to create an excellent and safe environment where I would care for the youth, maintain records and make sure all safety policies are respected. Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Shift Leader Assistant
Southwest key Programs
Phoenix, ORAZ
03/16/18 - Current
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Managed daily workflow and scheduled staff for adequate coverage.
- Assisted in developing and implementing behavior management strategies with youth in care.
- Utilized vehicles to transport youth to and from school, appointments and outings.
- Developed and implemented individualized plans to meet the needs of youth in care.
- Monitored the physical environment to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills such as hygiene, budgeting, grocery shopping .
- Trained new employees on policies and procedures related to providing quality services.
- Transported youth to appointments or recreational activities as needed.
- Monitored activities and maintained safe living and learning environment for youth to thrive.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, progress notes, and incident reports.
Home Care Provider
Synergy Home Care, Home Health Care
Goodyear, AZ
07/20/23 - Current
- Collaborated with medical professionals in order to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to Home Care staff members.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Developed, implemented and monitored Home Care policies and procedures.
- Provided training to staff on healthcare regulations and best practices.
- Promoted a positive work environment which fostered collaboration among team members.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Pre-School Teacher Assistant
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
Glendale, AZ
08/19 to - 08.2020
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Greeted parents and students at the start of each day and assisted them in getting settled into the classroom environment.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Helped to implement positive behavior management strategies in the classroom.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
- Supervised children during lunchtime and snack time.
- Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Provided support for individual students who needed extra help with their work.
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Nursing Assistant
Abrazo Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
05.2011 - 12.2015
- Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Education
Ultrasound Technician
West Coast Ultrasound Institute - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2013
CNA
Nelson Academy School
Sun City, AZ11-2010
High School Diploma -
Trever Brown High School
Phoenix, AZ12-2005
Nursing Assistance
Estrella Community College
Avondale, AZSkills
Bilingual English/Spanish
Personal Care Certification
Certified in CPR and First-Aid
Ability to handle confidential information, HIPA, trained
Received trainings of CPI, Mental health, Early Childhood Pre-Service
Capable of providing a safe environment reflecting the needs of various age groups
Ability to interact with infant and toddlers and provide secure environment where they can learn and receive their early education
Ability to organize different activities in group
Was a full-time volunteer for two years as Catholic Lay Missionary educating children of various ages in Catechism
Willing to try new things and am interested in improving efficiency on assigned tasks
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Abrazo Hospital
05.2011 - 12.2015
Early Childhood Shift Leader Assistant
Southwest key Programs
03/16/18 - Current
Home Care Provider
Synergy Home Care, Home Health Care
07/20/23 - Current
Pre-School Teacher Assistant
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
08/19 to - 08.2020
Ultrasound Technician
West Coast Ultrasound Institute - Phoenix
CNA
Nelson Academy School
High School Diploma -
Trever Brown High School
Nursing Assistance
Estrella Community College
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