Mia Garcia
La Quinta,CA
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience supporting elderly clients through daily living assistance, medication management, and emotional support. Skilled in maintaining clean, safe environments and preparing meals to meet dietary needs. Proven customer service abilities from fast-paced food service roles, with strengths in teamwork, problem-solving, and training new staff.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Support Services (IHSS)
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and support to elderly clients, enhancing safety, comfort, and well-being through attentive daily assistance and emotional presence.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management, improving clients’ independence and quality of life.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding, supporting clients’ health and nutritional needs.
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities like reading, puzzles, crafts, or outings, promoting mental stimulation and social interaction.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, alleviating feelings of loneliness or isolation and fostering a positive atmosphere.
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping, reducing health risks and promoting comfort.
- Coordinated medical appointments and transportation arrangements, ensuring clients received timely healthcare and reducing missed appointments.
Crew Member/Cashier
Taco Bell
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided friendly customer service, taking orders accurately and efficiently
- Operated cash register, handling transactions with accuracy and providing correct change to customers
- Handled customer complaints or concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues to their satisfaction whenever possible
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a fast-paced work environment while delivering excellent customer service
- Worked effectively under pressure during busy periods, maintaining a positive attitude while meeting high-volume demands
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of work area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Followed proper food handling procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure food safety for customers
- Assisted in the training of new team members on Taco Bell's policies, procedures, and food preparation techniques
Education
High school diploma -
Indio High School
Indio, CA05-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication management
- Dietary meal planning
- Attendance systems
- Fast food service
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Appointment scheduling
- Customer service
- Cleaning
- Health & safety compliance
- Teamwork
- Dependability
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Multitasking Abilities
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Leadership
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Restaurant experience
- Client assistance
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
Certification
Food Handler Certification, Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Caregiver
In Home Support Services (IHSS)
09.2025 - Current
Crew Member/Cashier
Taco Bell
08.2023 - 03.2025
High school diploma -
Indio High School