Olivia Lighthall
Hebron,KY
Summary
Responsible childcare professional experienced in guiding children and documenting learning and development. Background leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage growth. Offers current CPR and First Aid certifications paired with in-depth knowledge of children's emotional and social development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Caregiver
The Kidz Club
Erlanger, Kentucky
04.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining calm under pressure.
- Supervised meal times to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to ensure safety of all children in the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's attendance, behavior, meals served, naps taken and activities participated in.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians to communicate daily updates on their child's progress.
- Provided emotional support when needed during periods of distress or anxiety.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Beverly Ralenkotter
Union, KY
03.2022 - Current
- Care for a 21 year old boy (non verbal) with low-functioning autism
- Performed a daily medical procedure involving exact measurements, inserting a catheter, administering medication through the catheter, and tracking outputs, checking for any abnormalities.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Encouraged resident to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Peer Tutor (Volunteer)
Conner High School
Hebron, KY
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked in the Special Education department with students that have all different types of disabilities.
- Worked with students on academic lesson plans like math, science, reading, etc.
- Accompanied students weekly on community field trips. Assisted them in different ways based on their needs.
- Took students to basic classes, assisted them in communicating with peers.
- Made meaningful connections and relationships with students.
Restaurant Waitress
Strongs Pizzeria
Hebron, KY
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Conner Highschool
Hebron, KY05.2022
BYU-Idaho
RexburgSkills
- Mobility Assistance
- First Aid and Safety
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Flexible Schedule
- Team Collaboration
- Personal Service
- Attentive to People
- Tutoring experience
Affiliations
- Helped run camps for teenage athletes- specifically volleyball
- Volunteer leader at church camps for youth
- Chair in PT/OT Society
Certification
- Respite Caregiver
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child Caregiver
The Kidz Club
04.2023 - Current
Caregiver, Special Needs
Beverly Ralenkotter
03.2022 - Current
Peer Tutor (Volunteer)
Conner High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Restaurant Waitress
Strongs Pizzeria
01.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Conner Highschool
BYU-Idaho
- Respite Caregiver
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