Taya Bovenkamp
Saint Marys City,MD
Summary
Motivated and outgoing with a diverse background of working with people of all ages, from being a teen coordinator at my local library, to waitress and barista and social media for the younger crowd to private caregiving and activity assistant director at a retirement home. I strive to be an uplifting bubbly team member, as well as organized and well scheduled independent worker,
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media
Self Employed
09.2020 - Current
- Grew my own social media platform from zero to 150,000 followers combined between platforms.
- Followed my own social marketing plan to attract brands to generate overall profit.
- Enhanced social audience interaction via social media and content partnerships.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination or illness among customers.
- Enhanced customer experience by crafting customized beverage orders to meet individual preferences.
Private Caregiver
Robert Kornelious
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual needs and goals.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
Waitress/Restaurant Hostess
Dutch Mothers
06.2013 - 03.2020
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Activity Coordinator
Lynden Manor Assisted Living
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed customized activity plans for diverse groups, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all participants.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Coordinated special events like holiday parties or themed days that fostered a sense of community among participants.
- Maintained open lines of communication between staff members to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects of the programming process.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building exercises in activity programs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular feedback sessions, making necessary adjustments to enhance future experiences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive and meaningful programs tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented creative problem-solving strategies when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in circumstances during planned activities.
- Boosted event attendance by effectively marketing and promoting activities to the community through various channels.
Assistant/director for the Teen Department
Lynden Library
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for teens.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as college fairs, open houses, teen events and events for the community.
- Improved project outcomes, meticulously planning and monitoring project phases to ensure timely completion.
- Suggested new and creative ideas to draw in younger crowds to library via events, book releases, parties and more.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington Youth Academy
Bremerton, WA06.2017
Skills
Social Media Marketing Knowledge
Up-selling
Written and oral communication
Computer Assistance
First aid and safety
Espresso machine operation
Patient Care
Customer Service
Strong multitasking
Team Collaboration
Friendly and outgoing
Cash Handling
POS Systems
Timeline
Social Media
Self Employed
09.2020 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
01.2020 - 12.2021
Activity Coordinator
Lynden Manor Assisted Living
08.2017 - 11.2017
Private Caregiver
Robert Kornelious
07.2017 - 03.2020
Assistant/director for the Teen Department
Lynden Library
08.2015 - 12.2015
Waitress/Restaurant Hostess
Dutch Mothers
06.2013 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Washington Youth Academy
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