Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Matthew Ayers

Jackson,TN

Summary

Compassionate professional in personal care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in elderly support, disability care, and health monitoring. Excel using empathy, communication, and time management to enhance client well-being and comfort.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

The STAR Center
Jackson, TN
05.2025 - Current
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.

Caregiver

American House Senior Living Communities
Jackson, TN
11.2023 - 04.2025
  • Documented client progress and activities in care logs consistently.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.

Cashier

Discount Cigarettes
Henderson , TN
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced registers at shift end.
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting with product inquiries.
  • Ensured compliance with age verification laws during sales transactions.

Warehouse Associate

Ingram Content Group LLC
Jackson , TN
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Prepared orders by picking and packing items accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new associates on operational procedures.

Brand Associate

Old Navy
Jackson, TN
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Executed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy during transactions.
  • Trained new associates on store policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times.

Education

Associate of Science -

Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN
07-2024

LPN -

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Henderson, TN

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Care documentation
  • Client advocacy
  • Cash handling
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving

Certification

  • BLS (2024)
  • First Aid (2025)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

The STAR Center
05.2025 - Current

Caregiver

American House Senior Living Communities
11.2023 - 04.2025

Cashier

Discount Cigarettes
07.2022 - 11.2023

Warehouse Associate

Ingram Content Group LLC
11.2021 - 07.2022

Brand Associate

Old Navy
08.2019 - 09.2020

Associate of Science -

Jackson State Community College

LPN -

Tennessee College of Applied Technology