Sarah Hendrick
Haddam,CT
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 10 years in consumer and human services, leading program implementation and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Expertise in team development, advocacy, policy implementation, and aligning services with community needs. Strong skills in care planning, interpersonal communication, and MS Office, contributing to enhanced client outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Day Aide
Gt Independence
Haddam, Connecticut
05.2026 - Current
- Supported participants with daily living tasks and personal care routines.
- Followed care plans and service schedules to provide consistent home support.
- Assisted participants with meal preparation, hygiene, and mobility needs.
- Reported changes in participant needs to supervisors and care team members.
- Completed service notes and documentation for GT Independence records.
- Maintained respectful relationships with participants, families, and support staff.
- Transported participants to appointments and community activities as needed.
- Completed assigned service tasks in designated areas to meet goals and objectives.
- Supported participants with volunteer work for Haddam Social Services.
- Trained participants on new skills and observed ability to complete learned skills independently.
Community Closet Volunteer
Social Services
Haddam, Connecticut
10.2024 - Current
- Greeted donors and guided drop-off at social services intake
- Sorted incoming donations by type, condition, and reuse potential
- Inspected items for damage, safety, and community closet standards
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved heavy donations using carts and dollies
- Labeled, staged, and organized merchandise for community closet processing
- Maintained clean, safe donation areas and customer-facing spaces
- Supported inventory flow through social services receiving and storage
- Communicated donation guidelines and assisted community members with questions
Real Estate Agent
Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties
West Hartford, Connecticut
07.2011 - Current
- Guided Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties clients through residential buying and selling processes.
- Analyzed local market trends to support pricing and listing strategies.
- Prepared purchase offers, counteroffers, and contract paperwork for transactions.
- Negotiated terms between buyers, sellers, and cooperating agents.
- Coordinated property showings, open houses, and private tours.
- Managed MLS listings, property details, and marketing materials.
- Advised clients on financing, inspections, and closing requirements.
- Built client relationships through responsive communication and personalized service.
- Ensured all transactions followed state laws regarding real estate practices.
- Assisted in the preparation of documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds and leases.
- Developed networks with appraisers, lenders, and home inspectors to facilitate real estate transactions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Chestelm Health and Rehabilitation Center
East Haddam, Connecticut
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and prevent skin breakdown
- Facilitated safe resident transfers to ensure mobility and prevent falls. safely using gait belts and wheelchairs
- Assisted Chestelm rehabilitation residents with bathing, dressing, and daily hygiene
- Responded quickly to resident requests and comfort needs
- Handled call light inquiries quickly to ensure resident comfort. promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Facilitated meal service for residents, ensuring timely delivery of food. and recorded food and fluid intake
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Residential Care Assistant
Commonwealth Senior Living
Haddam, Connecticut
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted Commonwealth Senior Living residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Monitored resident conditions and reported changes to nursing staff
- Documented care activities in resident records and daily logs
- Followed infection control procedures and maintained clean resident rooms
- Responded calmly to resident requests, concerns, and emotional needs
- Guided Commonwealth Senior Living residents through activities and daily routines
- Facilitated client transportation to increase participation in community recreational and leisure activities.
- Assisted with support services and coordinated activities and resident programming.
- Administered and recorded medication distribution according to policy.
- Motivated clients to engage in new activities, enhancing their skills and confidence.
- Established trusting relationships with residents through regular visits and conversations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, doctors, social workers.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to residents experiencing loneliness or depression, fostering a sense of community.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices related to patient care.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Memorial Elementary School
East Hampton, Connecticut
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Supported special education teachers at Memorial Elementary School with daily classroom instruction.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Assisted students during reading, writing, and math activities in small groups.
- Reinforced individualized lessons for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
- Monitored student behavior and redirected attention using calm, consistent guidance.
- Assisted students with mobility, personal care, and safe classroom participation.
- Supervised students during transitions, recess, lunch, and arrival or dismissal routines.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Attended IEP meetings, developed intervention strategies and communicated results to faculty members.
- Communicated student concerns and classroom updates with teachers and support staff.
- Prepared classroom materials and organized learning stations for Memorial Elementary School lessons.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction through computer programs or online resources.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments and other relevant information according to district requirements.
Literacy Interventionist
Center School
East Hampton, Connecticut
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered targeted reading interventions at Center School for struggling learners.
- Assessed literacy skills using screenings, observations, and classroom data.
- Planned small-group lessons for phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted intervention plans with teachers.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and specialists on literacy support strategies.
- Prepared instructional materials aligned with Center School reading goals.
- Modeled decoding and comprehension strategies during guided reading sessions.
- Supported families with literacy practice and reading intervention guidance.
- Attended professional development workshops related to literacy instruction methods and best practices.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning experiences. into classroom instruction when applicable.
- Guided students in effective study techniques to enhance reading success. in developing effective study skills to become more successful readers.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to provide additional support services for struggling readers.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation regarding interventions used and student progress over time.
Transaction Coordinator
William Raveis Real Estate
Glastonbury, Connecticut
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Coordinated real estate contracts and escrow documents for William Raveis agents.
- Monitored transaction deadlines and followed closing checklists for accurate file completion.
- Communicated with clients, lenders, attorneys, and title teams on transaction status.
- Prepared listing paperwork, disclosures, and addenda for broker review and signatures.
- Reviewed documents for compliance with company policies and state real estate requirements.
- Updated transaction records and managed digital files in brokerage systems.
- Supported agents with contract questions, paperwork requests, and closing coordination.
- Resolved document issues and maintained clear communication across active real estate transactions.
- Organized and tracked all transactions from contract to close of escrow.
- Processed earnest money deposits in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to real estate transactions.
Marketing and Technology Coordinator
Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties
West Hartford, Connecticut
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Coordinated technology support for Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties office staff and agents.
- Managed MLS, CRM, and listing system access for Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties teams.
- Trained agents on brokerage software, email tools, and digital document workflows.
- Supported property marketing tools, virtual tours, and listing presentation technology.
- Resolved workstation, printer, and network issues across Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties locations.
- Performed root cause analysis on network issues and troubleshot problems on related computers and devices.
- Managed client database and maintained accurate and up-to-date contact information.
- Prepared listing packets, contracts, and closing documents.
- Coordinated property showings and maintained agent calendars.
- Communicated with clients, lenders, and title companies.
- Tracked deadlines for inspections, disclosures, and closings.
- Managed expense reports and processed invoices related to real estate operations.
- Integrated technology advancements into district curriculum framework to provide support and instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT05-2021
Skills
- Market analysis
- Documentation review
- Attention to detail
- Proficient in MS Office
- Problem solving
- Client advocacy
- Care planning
- Written and verbal communication
- Relationship building
- Interpersonal skills
- Resident assessments
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Paraeducator
- Licensed Real Estate Agent
Timeline
Independent Day Aide
Gt Independence
05.2026 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Chestelm Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2025 - 06.2026
Community Closet Volunteer
Social Services
10.2024 - Current
Residential Care Assistant
Commonwealth Senior Living
09.2024 - 02.2025
Paraeducator, Special Education
Memorial Elementary School
08.2021 - 02.2023
Literacy Interventionist
Center School
10.2020 - 08.2021
Transaction Coordinator
William Raveis Real Estate
01.2020 - 08.2020
Marketing and Technology Coordinator
Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties
12.2016 - 01.2020
Real Estate Agent
Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties
07.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Charter Oak State College