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Tina Octuck

Black River Falls,WI

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Consumer Direct Wisconsin, skilled in cooking and cleaning. Proven ability to develop personalized care plans and foster positive relationships with clients and families. Adept at managing medication adherence and ensuring a safe environment, enhancing client dignity and well-being through dedicated support.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In Home Caregiver

Consumer Direct Wisconsin
Black River Falls, WI
10.2025 - Current
  • Provided compassionate support to clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Assisted clients in medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate records of care provided, ensuring compliance with health regulations and client needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual client requirements.

Certified Respite Provider

State of Wisconsin
Black River Falls, WI
10.2025 - Current

I work with individual clients in their homes. I assist with daily living skills and skill building, I help navigate behavioral concerns and develop different strategies to help the families cope and develop tools for their own coping skills. I offer supervision to clients, positive companionship and believe in providing a safe, healthy, calm environment when I am in their home and treating each individual with quality care and dignity and respect to them and their family members, care givers.

Child Care Provider

Self-employeed
West Salem, WI
08.2020 - 05.2025
  • Provided attentive care to children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Planned and executed engaging activities to promote cognitive and physical development.
  • Assisted with daily routines, including meal preparation and hygiene practices.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.

Licensed Foster Parent

Lacrosse County/ Jackson County
West Salem, WI
2007 - 2021
  • Provided supportive care and supervision for children in foster placements.
  • Developed individualized plans to address emotional and behavioral needs of youth.
  • Coordinated with social workers, educators, and healthcare providers for holistic support.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure secure living environments for children.

Certified Teaching Assistant

School District Of Lacrosse
La Crosse, WI
2016 - 2020
  • Collaborated with other teaching assistants to create innovative lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations of teaching assistants, providing constructive feedback for professional development and growth.
  • Utilized data-driven instructional methods to analyze student performance trends, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
  • Evaluated student assistant performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and implementing performance improvement plans when necessary.

Direct Care Staff/ House Director

Chileda Institute
La Crosse, WI
1992 - 2000
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to enhance resident well-being and engagement.
  • Managed staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and promoting teamwork.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for staff on best practices in behavioral management techniques.

Education

High School Diploma - Academics

Logan High School
La Crosse, WI
05.1992

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Transportation services
  • Compassionate caregiving

Certification

CPR and First Aid

Circle of Security Training

Basic Sign Language

Crisis Prevention Intervention

Timeline

In Home Caregiver

Consumer Direct Wisconsin
10.2025 - Current

Certified Respite Provider

State of Wisconsin
10.2025 - Current

Child Care Provider

Self-employeed
08.2020 - 05.2025

Licensed Foster Parent

Lacrosse County/ Jackson County
2007 - 2021

Certified Teaching Assistant

School District Of Lacrosse
2016 - 2020

Direct Care Staff/ House Director

Chileda Institute
1992 - 2000

High School Diploma - Academics

Logan High School
Tina Octuck