NICHOLE KUNKLE
Longview,WA
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Home Caregiver
First Choice in Home Care
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Weecare Daycare
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Peer Support Counselor
Community Integrated Health Services
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of equipment and operating systems.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Daycare Worker
Family Health Center, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Early Head Start
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Collaborated with instructor to assist lesson and curriculum planning efforts.
- Delivered group teaching in classroom setting and implemented individual student support.
Behavior Technician
Discovery Behavioral Solutions
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Obtained behavioral analysis license
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Maintained professional and clinical perspective to avoid internalization regarding certain student behaviors or mannerisms.
- Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations and rewarding good behavior for over 4 students.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
CNA
Care Options
04.2015 - 09.2019
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
CNA
Elder Options
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Sales Manager
Aaron's Sales And Lease
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Supervised sales team of 5 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
Education
Associate of Science - Physchology
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WAAssociate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA06.2024
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team or individually
- Outgoing
- Customer Satisfaction
- Research
- Community Organization
- Conflict Resolution
- Improvement Plans
- Performance Improvement
- Accurate Documentation
- Family Assistance
Certification
Child Care Basic Training, 30 hours
Safe Sleep
Mandated Reporter: Childhood Abuse and Neglect
Emergency and Disaster Preparedness
Medication Management
Families Experiencing Homeless
Abusive Head Trauma
Teaching Strategies Gold – In Process
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Timeline
In Home Caregiver
First Choice in Home Care
03.2025 - 12.2025
Lead Toddler Teacher
Weecare Daycare
01.2024 - 04.2024
Peer Support Counselor
Community Integrated Health Services
09.2022 - 11.2023
Daycare Worker
Family Health Center, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2022
Behavior Technician
Discovery Behavioral Solutions
10.2020 - 09.2021
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Early Head Start
12.2019 - 10.2021
CNA
Elder Options
07.2017 - 08.2018
Sales Manager
Aaron's Sales And Lease
08.2015 - 12.2017
CNA
Care Options
04.2015 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Physchology
Lower Columbia College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lower Columbia College