Shyolanda Benjamin
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at BrightStar Care, adept at enhancing client well-being through personalized care plans and effective communication. Skilled in dementia care and problem-solving, I foster a safe and supportive environment, ensuring compliance with health regulations while promoting emotional and physical health for clients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
09.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in living spaces to promote a healthy environment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Supported medication management by following prescribed schedules accurately.
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities to enhance physical and emotional well-being.
Caregiver
Momentum
10.2022 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to report changes in client conditions promptly.
- Documented care activities and client progress to maintain accurate records.
- Adapted care plans based on individual client requirements and feedback received.
Senior Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2013 - 05.2019
- Provided compassionate personal care to residents, enhancing daily living experiences and emotional well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address unique resident needs.
- Trained and mentored junior caregivers, fostering a supportive learning environment and improving team performance.
- Implemented safety protocols and best practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations and minimizing risks.
- Conducted regular assessments of living environments, identifying opportunities for improvements in comfort and accessibility for residents.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma - History
George Washington High
City Of Los Angeles, CA06.1994
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking and organization
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer's care
- Behavioral management
- Special needs care
Certification
CPR, First Aid
Timeline
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
09.2023 - 10.2025
Caregiver
Momentum
10.2022 - 07.2025
Senior Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2013 - 05.2019
High School Diploma - History
George Washington High