Shantel Smith
Springfield
Summary
Compassionate professional with over 10 years of experience in caregiving and foster care. Known for exceptional teamwork, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Committed to fostering supportive environments and enhancing the well-being of clients through effective communication and care coordination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Provider
Self-employeed
10.2016 - Current
- Provided safe and nurturing environment for Adults with disabilities in care. We coordinate and assist with doctor appointments, Outings,medications, meals and 24 hour around the clock care.
- Coordinated with case workers and therapists to support emotional well-being.
- We Monitored health and safety standards within the home environment.
- Train new foster caregivers on best practices and policies.
- Established clear boundaries within the home environment that promoted respect for themselves and others.
Caregiver
AFH Providers
01.2009 - 10.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and managed medications, maintaining schedules.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Helped out when Foster provider needed respite
- Chart notes
- bath
- dress
Education
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
Springfield, OR2006
Skills
- Nutrition planning
- Self-care awareness
- Life skills teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Safety planning
- Activity planning
- Transportation coordination
- First aid and CPR
- Boundaries setting
- Client advocacy
- Family support
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Timeline
Foster Care Provider
Self-employeed
10.2016 - Current
Caregiver
AFH Providers
01.2009 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School