Raquel Menjivar
San Bernardino
Summary
Dependable individual with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing different positions throughout the years. Have proudly served for our country. Have also provided committed service to individuals with mental disabilities. Well-versed in administering clerk duties, medications and monitoring nutrition. Diligent caregiver with solid background in providing compassionate support to individuals. Adept at managing daily activities and ensuring clients' well-being through personalized care plans. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Stepping Stones Group
10.2025 - Current
- Support and assist kids with Autism in a elementary classroom setting.
- Demonstrated ability to support children with diverse learning and behavioral needs through hands on caregiving and educational activities.
- Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) under teacher supervision.
- Use positive behavior support and reinforcement strategies.
- Strong patience, empathy and deescalation skills.
- Observe and document student progress and behaviors.
Direct Support Professional
Eternity Love Residential Faciltiy
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Facilitated community integration activities, promoting social engagement and independence.
- Provided individualized support to enhance daily living skills for clients.
- Led training sessions on best practices for client safety and well-being.
- Advocated for client rights and access to necessary resources within the community.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters
- Assisted clients with medication management and adherence to prescribed regimens.
Day Program Senior Instructor
Anthesis
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted individuals with mental disabilities out in the community.
- Developed and implemented engaging daily activities for program participant, ensuring a stimulating and inclusive environment.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incidents and progress notes and any changes in participants behavioral of health status.
- Assisted with transportation arrangements ensuring safe pick up/drop off for participants.
Direct Support Professional
YIRC
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and community outings.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Caregiver
Families Choice Home Care
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided assistance to elderly individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied elderly individuals on errands and doctor appointments.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Front Desk Receptionist
TheLab Aircooled Speed Shop
02.2012 - 03.2018
- Greeted customers warmly and answered question and concerns.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the end of each shift.
- Tracked office supplies inventory levels, placed orders for replenishment as needed and monitored deliveries upon arrival.
- Completed basic bookkeeping and document filing.
Banking Associate
Bank of America
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Handled incoming calls from customers regarding their accounts or banking needs.
- Assisted customers with opening new accounts, processing deposits and withdrawals, and providing account information.
- Performed daily operations such as balancing cash drawers and reconciling transactions.
Education
License - Pharmacy Technician
North West College
Pomona, CA09.2003
Certification - Culinary Arts
Culinary ‘A' School USN
San Diego, CA10.1995
High School Diploma - undefined
Blair High School
Pasadena, CA05.1994
Skills
- Behavior Redirection
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Compassionate caregiving
- Client support
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Special education
- IEP implementation
- Lesson planning
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- Health and safety requirements
- Goal setting
- Nutrition support
- Client advocacy
- Medication administration
- Crisis management
- Life skills training
Certification
CPI INTRUCTOR
First Aid & CPR
CPI Certification
Autism Awareness Training
Mandated Reprter Training
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Stepping Stones Group
10.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Eternity Love Residential Faciltiy
04.2024 - 08.2025
Day Program Senior Instructor
Anthesis
11.2023 - 05.2024
Direct Support Professional
YIRC
12.2019 - 02.2023
Caregiver
Families Choice Home Care
02.2018 - 01.2020
Front Desk Receptionist
TheLab Aircooled Speed Shop
02.2012 - 03.2018
Banking Associate
Bank of America
08.2010 - 12.2011
Certification - Culinary Arts
Culinary ‘A' School USN
High School Diploma - undefined
Blair High School
License - Pharmacy Technician
North West College