Samantha Salazar
Childress
Summary
Compassionate professional in food preparation and caregiving, with a strong track record in personal assistance and effective supervision. Demonstrates expertise in childcare, creating safe and nurturing environments for young individuals. Proven experience in managing sensitive situations within a correctional facility, including de-escalation techniques and observation of behavior. Aiming to leverage diverse skills in roles that prioritize safety and quality outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Worker
Little Stars Daycare
Childress
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted reading classes for children to build foundational knowledge.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
- Enforced all health and safety standards set forth by state regulations for daycare facilities.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Monitored children's play activities to ensure safety.
- Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
- Assisted in potty training and diapering children as needed.
- Sensory play.
- Maintain clean area
- 25 hours of online training per state regulations
Home Health Caregiver
Private Care
Childress
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking, transferring from bed to chair.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to family.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations when necessary.
- Assessed the physical condition of clients on an ongoing basis including reporting any changes in health status to family.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Actively listened to concerns expressed by family members concerning their loved one's condition or treatment plan.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Observed safety precautions related to infection control practices in all areas where duties are performed.
- Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
- Administered medications as directed and documented medication administration.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
- Coordinated meetings
- Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
- Maintained confidential files related to personnel records or other sensitive information.
- Managed and prioritized daily schedules.
- Organized work projects around client's house.
- Proofread documents
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner and provided assistance with inquiries.
- Conducted research on various topics to assist in decision-making and project planning.
- Copied, sorted and filed records of personal and business transactions.
- Processed payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
- Opened, sorted and routed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Delivered messages and ran errands.
- Process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Received and distributed incoming mail, messages and packages to appropriate individuals.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Created memos, letters, emails, reports, help with presentations as requested by client
- Prepared meeting agendas, attended meetings with client
Jailer
childress county sheriffs office
Childress
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Investigated incidents involving violations of jail policies or procedures.
- Searched prisoner cells and belongings for contraband and weapons.
- Responded to emergencies and altercations, employing de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Enforced jail policies and procedures to prevent escapes and ensure a secure environment.
- Handled inmate grievances and complaints, resolving issues in a timely and fair manner.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to maintain security and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Conducted orientation sessions for new inmates, outlining jail rules and expectations.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Managed records related to prisoner files, disciplinary actions, releases and transfers.
- Maintained secure environment for inmates and staff by enforcing rules and regulations.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors to discuss progress updates.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior, incidents, and movements.
- Managed inventory and distribution of jail supplies, including meals, clothing, and bedding.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Conducted regular cell inspections to identify contraband, weapons, or other hazardous materials.
- Managed inmate intake processes, including booking and fingerprinting.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Coordinated with outside agencies regarding housing arrangements for released inmates.
- Conducted searches of cells for illegal substances or weapons on a regular basis.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Monitored security cameras to ensure safety of inmates and personnel.
- Received a special communications license to run and operate systems, as well as assist in dispatch operations. called T-COLE.
- Read and handle sensitive documents.
- Basic file operations.
- Communicate with police officers and judges efficiently.
- Attend jailer's training/school. Received jailer's license.
Cook/Dietary Aide
Childress Health Care Center
Childress
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Organized and stored incoming inventory.
- Cleaned and sanitized work area to prevent spread of food-borne illnesses.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Know each individual's special diets, and how to prepare certain foods required by several individuals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Childress High School
Childress, TX06-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient transportation
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate care
- Client safety and first aid
- Hygiene maintenance
- Data entry
- Feeding assistance
- Spiritual support and companionship
- Incident investigation
- De-escalation techniques
- Surveillance monitoring
- Record management
- Records maintenance
- Clerical skills
- Booking procedures
- Cell inspection
- File maintenance
- Two-way radio operation
- Client communication
- Problem solving
- Basic computer skills
- 40 wpm typing speed
- Organizational skills
- Incident reporting
- Call handling
- Record keeping
- Appointment scheduling
- Filing systems
- Mail handling
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Handling payments
- Travel arrangements
- Office machine operation
- Dietary restrictions awareness
- Basic first aid
- Patient care
- Basic Healthcare terminology
- Calendar management
- Office organization
- Confidential information handling
- Elderly care
- Personal assistance
- Filing and recordkeeping
- Behavior observation
- Empathetic listening
Get to know me
- love to be with my family
- introverted extrovert
- im a person who tends to see both sides of situations
- very caring person
- Jesus follower but not perfect
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Daycare Worker
Little Stars Daycare
11.2024 - 03.2025
Home Health Caregiver
Private Care
01.2019 - 06.2024
Jailer
childress county sheriffs office
09.2014 - 12.2016
Cook/Dietary Aide
Childress Health Care Center
09.2013 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Childress High School
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