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Sandra Velez

Glens Falls,NY

Summary

I am a qualified professional with extensive personal and professional experience. I demonstrate a strong ability to improve workplace environments and positively impact others' lives.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Self-employed
Glens Falls, NY
01.1990 - Current
  • Ordered necessary materials or equipment required by state regulations.
  • Interacted regularly with students throughout the day by playing games, reading stories or engaging them in creative activities.
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
  • Participated in meetings with state licensing officials to discuss any issues or concerns about the daycare operations.
  • Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
  • Managed budgeting responsibilities related to payroll expenses, rent payments and supplies purchases.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment to promote learning and growth in children.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events for the children enrolled in the daycare facility.
  • Planned nutritious meals that meet USDA guidelines for nutritional value while also being appealing to young palates.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure that it is clean, well-maintained and secure at all times.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff, including safety protocols.

Home Health Aide

Greater Adirondack Home Aides
Glens Falls, NY
05.2010 - 12.2010
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
  • Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.

1:1 Aide

Prospect
Queensbury, NY
09.2002 - 12.2002
  • Assisted the student in engaging with classroom activities.
  • Facilitated student participation in outdoor activities.
  • Facilitated student entry and exit from the classroom and bus.
  • Assisted student in managing personal care requirements.
  • Provided 1:1 time, whether it be educational or personal.
  • Logged daily activities to include progress and areas that need extra attention.
  • Engaged in all necessary training to enhance knowledge

Residential Specialist 1

AIM
Saratoga Springs, New York
08.2000 - 10.2001

Residential Specialist 1

AIM
Saratoga Springs, NY
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss treatment goals and progress towards those goals.
  • Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.
  • Spoke respectfully to residents, demonstrating how to properly behave and properly communicate.
  • Transported and supervised residents through shopping trips, doctor appointments and activities.
  • Assisted clients with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene and medication administration.
  • Participated in team meetings to review cases and develop strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
  • Conducted regular room inspections to maintain health and safety standards.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Monitored client behavior throughout the day and documented any changes or incidents.
  • Participated in on-call rotation, responding to emergencies and incidents in a timely and effective manner.
  • Provided assistance with daily self-care, preparing meals, laundry, and other household chores.
  • Kept meticulous records for residents, carefully documenting medication, behavioral issues and feeding patterns.
  • Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Community And Human Services/ Child & Family

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
05-2024

Skills

  • Team collaboration and independence
  • Dependability and reliability
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Relevant personal and professional experience

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Greater Adirondack Home Aides
05.2010 - 12.2010

1:1 Aide

Prospect
09.2002 - 12.2002

Residential Specialist 1

AIM
08.2000 - 10.2001

Residential Specialist 1

AIM
01.1995 - 01.1997

Supervisor

Self-employed
01.1990 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Community And Human Services/ Child & Family

SUNY Empire State College

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