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Melanie Barraza

Peoria,AZ

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 10 years of experience in baking, cooking, and dishwashing within retirement, assisted living, and memory care facilities. Proven expertise in caregiving, demonstrated through dedicated support for family members, including personal experience caring for an elderly father. Currently applying strong housekeeping skills to maintain a welcoming and organized home environment. Committed to delivering high-quality service and fostering a positive atmosphere in every role.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping

Self-employeed
01.2025 - Current

Handled bathroom sanitation, trash disposal, and dusting. Sweeping and mopping floors.

Live in Caregiver

Self-employeed
2018 - 04.2025
  • Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
  • Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
  • Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
  • Assisted clients in managing chronic conditions through close monitoring, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to prescribed treatments.
  • I was not certified but also did wound care for my father before his passing of April 2025.

Caregiver, Special Needs

Absolute HCBS
2018 - 2022
  • Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced the quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
  • Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
  • Respite Care/Attentive Care/ Habilitation

Cook/Baker

Ventana Winds Assistant Living and Memory Care
09.2016 - 03.2018
  • Started Date: September 9, 2016. To March 7th. 2018.

Cook/Baker/Dish washer

Immanuel Campus Of Care
01.2014 - 03.2016
  • Start Date: January 2014 to March 2016

Cook/Baker/Dish washer

Casa Del Rio
05.2014 - 01.2014
  • Start Date: May 2014 to January 2014
  • Wooddale Village
  • Address: 18616 N. 99th Ave Sun City, AZ 85373
  • Server / Jr. Supervisor

Education

Certificate - Baking & Pastry

The Art Institute of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2006

High School - undefined

Peoria High School
Peoria, AZ
01.2005

Skills

  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Cooking and baking experience
  • Respite/attentive care/habilitation experience
  • Caregiving experience

Timeline

Housekeeping

Self-employeed
01.2025 - Current

Cook/Baker

Ventana Winds Assistant Living and Memory Care
09.2016 - 03.2018

Cook/Baker/Dish washer

Casa Del Rio
05.2014 - 01.2014

Cook/Baker/Dish washer

Immanuel Campus Of Care
01.2014 - 03.2016

Certificate - Baking & Pastry

The Art Institute of Phoenix

High School - undefined

Peoria High School

Live in Caregiver

Self-employeed
2018 - 04.2025

Caregiver, Special Needs

Absolute HCBS
2018 - 2022