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Molly Gonzales

Caregiver
Saint Cloud,MN

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Typist

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

Remote

Salary Range

12/hr - 30/hr

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork-life balance4-day work week

Summary

Personable Special Education Paraprofessional versed in motivating students to achieve and exceed their academic and personal goals.

Supportive and educated trained in medication administration, ambulation and ADLs. Delivers quality care to Parkinson and Lewy body Dementia patient and upholds complete safety practices for optimal protection. Responds promptly to routine needs and emergencies and works well in fast-paced environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Private PCA

Marcia Hughes
St.Cloud, MN
10.2020 - Current
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Reported concerns to care team to promote optimal care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Kept family members abreast of important information regarding patient care, health issues and medication.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
  • Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting clients care team administration and training.
  • Communicated with patient with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Initiated resident transfers to other programs to better meet needs.
  • Delivered continuous quality service, resulting in high satisfaction levels from families and residents.
  • Drove client to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Encouraged resident to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Paraprofessional

Athlos Academy
St.Cloud, MN
09.2018 - 07.2021
  • Supported students in developing strategies for individual needs and classroom group dynamics.
  • Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
  • Physically and verbally interacted with students to engage individuals and groups throughout day.
  • Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
  • Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
  • Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.
  • Encouraged students to be understanding of and helpful to others.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways and Gym and outside to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
  • Straightened classroom, placing books back on shelves and sanitized to keep areas well-maintained and organized.
  • Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
  • Assisted up to 10 children per station during small group learning periods.
  • Provided feedback on individual actions, behaviors and verbal responses.
  • Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
  • Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
  • Kept up to 10 students safe in classroom and outside environments.
  • Applied positive reinforcement for performance to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
  • Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
  • Took class attendance and recorded absences.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.

Special Education Paraprofessional

St Cloud Area School District 742
St. Cloud, MN
05.2016 - 09.2018

I provide assistance for children in motivating students to achieve their IEP goals, and their personal goals.

  • Met one-on-one with autism students, utilizing customized behavioral plans.
  • Supervised test taking and graded papers.
  • Advised the instructor regarding student behavior or issues that required immediate addressing.
  • Provided support to the students through specialized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
  • Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and coordinate meetings.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition using adaptive materials.
  • Collaborated with the teacher to develop effective, individualized learning strategies.
  • Escorted students to the restroom, to the cafeteria, outside and on field trips.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués, and reports.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.

PCA

Accra Care
Hopkins, MN
01.2016 - 12.2016

I was  brought  along with my client when they switched companies. I provided companionship, prepared meals,  dispersed medications, ran errands, and participated in helping with light housekeeping.

PCA

Comfort Keepers In Home Care
Waite Park, MN
09.2010 - 05.2016
As a PCA with Comfort Keepers, I preformed several household chores, helped with daily living and personal care, prepared, and prepped for meals, med reminders, brought clients to appointment's and errands. 

PCA

Consumer Directions
St. Cloud, MN
01.2012 - 01.2015
During my employment with Consumer directions I provided companionship, med reminders, meal prep, and light housekeeping.

PCA

Self Employed
St.Cloud, MN
03.2004 - 08.2007
I helped my client with everyday needs such as ran errands,brought them to appointments, medication reminders, personal hygiene, and a variety of household chores.

Caretaker

Oakwood Property Management
Mora, MN
08.2003 - 01.2004
My main duty as a caretaker was to do turn overs of apartment units that were to be rented. I also cleaned lobby areas,locker rooms,and pool area. I  used some office skills such as answering the phones, scheduling appointments for apartment showings.

Counselor

Wrenwood Home
Renville, MN
01.2001 - 06.2003
I provided companionship ,brought clients on public outings,prepared meals,did some light housekeeping, dispersed medications, assisted with  personal finance, and helped clients with daily personal hygiene.

Bookkeeper

Lothert Trucking
Danube, MN
09.1997 - 01.2001
I helped provide an owner operator with log books, paperwork and prepared everything for taxes.

Salad Bar Attendant

Bonanza Steakhouse
St. Cloud, MN
02.1995 - 08.1996
I tended the salad bar. Made sure it was clean and stocked with food.

Education

GED -

2001

CNA

MinnesotaWest Community and technical College

Non Violent crisis Intervention

CPI Training
2016

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Personal Care Assistant Training
2010

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Paraprofessional eLink Portfolio
2016

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • IEP knowledge
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Mother of 1child
  • Competent in Smart board technology
  • In-depth knowledge of autism
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Observation Documentation
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Linen Replacements
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal Preparation
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Emergency Response
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Oral Hygiene
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Care Monitoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Continuing education
  • Family support
  • Infection control
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Diabetes management

Timeline

Private PCA

Marcia Hughes
10.2020 - Current

Paraprofessional

Athlos Academy
09.2018 - 07.2021

Special Education Paraprofessional

St Cloud Area School District 742
05.2016 - 09.2018

PCA

Accra Care
01.2016 - 12.2016

PCA

Consumer Directions
01.2012 - 01.2015

PCA

Comfort Keepers In Home Care
09.2010 - 05.2016

PCA

Self Employed
03.2004 - 08.2007

Caretaker

Oakwood Property Management
08.2003 - 01.2004

Counselor

Wrenwood Home
01.2001 - 06.2003

Bookkeeper

Lothert Trucking
09.1997 - 01.2001

Salad Bar Attendant

Bonanza Steakhouse
02.1995 - 08.1996

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Paraprofessional eLink Portfolio

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Personal Care Assistant Training

Non Violent crisis Intervention

CPI Training

CNA

MinnesotaWest Community and technical College

GED -

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