Micah El Bey
Detroit,MI
Summary
Compassionate and self-motivated caregiver with extensive experience at Trusted Care Givers, specializing in individualized care planning and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through effective communication and safety assessments, while fostering a supportive environment that promotes dignity and emotional resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Trusted Care Givers
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their needs and preferences.
- Conducted regular safety assessments of homes in order to identify any potential hazards that could cause harm.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
- Helped clients maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise programs tailored to their needs.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Hospice Volunteer
Trusted Caregivers
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted nurses by taking vital signs and performing simple treatments, such as changing bandages or administering medications.
- Prepared meals for hospice patients in accordance with dietary requirements/
- Provided respite care for primary caregivers so they can take a break from their duties.
- Helped create meaningful mementos for families grieving the loss of a loved one, such as scrapbooks or photo albums.
- Offered emotional support by listening attentively to stories about memories shared between the patient and family members.
- Reported patient changes to nurses or care team.
Manager
Bucharest Grill
Detroit, MI
10.2020 - Current
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Youth Care Counselor
Various Companies
Detroit, MI
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle habits such as exercise and nutrition education classes.
- Assisted youths in developing a better understanding of their emotions while managing them appropriately.
- Coordinated activities that promoted positive life skills development among clients.
- Organized recreational activities that facilitated growth in teamwork, problem solving, self-esteem building skills.
- Played games with children to identify their strong suits, such as reading, writing, math, problem-solving, etc.
- Conducted assessments of youth's physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral needs.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by creating an environment of acceptance, respect, empathy, understanding, accountability, and stability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cass Technical High School
Detroit, MI06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MISkills
- Individualized care planning
- Medication administration
- Safety assessment
- Meal preparation
- Companionship provision
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership
- Self-motivated work ethic
- Advanced communication
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Trusted Care Givers
01.2023 - Current
Hospice Volunteer
Trusted Caregivers
01.2023 - Current
Manager
Bucharest Grill
10.2020 - Current
Youth Care Counselor
Various Companies
06.2016 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Cass Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Education
Wayne State University