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Rachel Benson

Anderson,CA

Summary

Proven caregiver with a track record of enhancing client wellness and independence, notably with North Valley Developmental Services. Combines critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a compassionate, positive attitude to address challenges and improve clients' quality of life. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring personalized care plans that lead to significant client satisfaction and progress. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cargivgiving

IHSS In Home Support Services
06.2019 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their unique needs.
  • Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Optimized meal planning according to dietary requirements, promoting healthy eating habits for improved health outcomes.
  • Managed household duties for clients, ensuring a clean and organized environment conducive to their wellbeing.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining independence through consistent support and encouragement.
  • Implemented creative strategies to keep clients engaged in activities that promoted cognitive functioning and mental stimulation.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, patience, flexibility, which led to increased trust between caregiver and client.
  • Provided emotional support for clients during difficult times, fostering trust and strong rapport.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen issues or complications in the caregiving process effectively.
  • Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to take breaks and focus on personal needs while maintaining a high level of care for their loved one.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with family members to ensure effective communication regarding the care plan and any necessary adjustments.
  • Efficiently managed schedules, coordinating appointments with healthcare providers while minimizing disruptions to clients'' daily routines.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between medical appointments, therapy sessions, and other activities as needed for the client''s overall wellness journey.
  • Increased comfort levels for clients with disabilities by implementing customized care plans.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

Caregiver

Visiting Angles
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.

Caregiver, Special Needs

North Valley Developmental Services
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced the quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
  • Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
  • Provided compassionate care for special needs clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity at all times.
  • Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
  • Developed strong crisis management skills, working proactively to diffuse challenging situations and maintain a calm, supportive environment for special needs individuals.
  • Offered support to assist with supervising special needs individuals in home.
  • Increased client''s independence with consistent skill-building exercises and positive reinforcement.
  • Maintained detailed records of clients'' progress towards personal goals, sharing updates regularly with families and healthcare teams.
  • Encouraged overall wellness through engaging exercise routines tailored to each client''s abilities and interests.
  • Effectively collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop appropriate care plans for each client.
  • Enhanced personal independence for individuals with special needs through tailored daily living skills training.
  • Supported dietary needs by preparing nutritious meals and educating on healthy eating habits.
  • Fostered positive and nurturing environment, contributing to overall mental health of those under care.
  • Implemented behavior modification plans to address challenging behaviors, resulting in more harmonious living environment.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mayfair High School
Bellflower, CA
06.1996

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Problem Resolution

Accomplishments

I took a personal care class years ago, that really showed me the clients side of things. How hard getting older can be, losing your independence and having to learn to depend on another person. We did many exercises that really highlighted how compassion really played a part in being a great caregiver. It is where I really developed a love for caregiving.

Timeline

Caregiver

Visiting Angles
06.2022 - 08.2022

Caregiver, Special Needs

North Valley Developmental Services
07.2019 - 12.2019

Cargivgiving

IHSS In Home Support Services
06.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Mayfair High School

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