Vanessa De Guia
Everett,WA
Summary
Dependable individual establishes rapport and trust with the elderly and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Elder Companion
Family/Acquaintances
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Enhanced seniors quality of life by providing companionship, engaging in meaningful conversations, and participating in their hobbies.
- Assisted with daily activities for improved well-being and independence, such as meal preparation, medication reminders, and housekeeping.
- Provided emotional support to families by listening empathetically and offering guidance on elder care resources.
- Facilitated social interactions for seniors by organizing outings to community events, encouraging participation in group activities, and arranging visits with friends or family members.
- Accompanied elder family members on doctor appointments to ensure they received appropriate medical care and understood treatment plans.
- Developed trusting relationships with elder family members/acquaintances by consistently demonstrating patience, respect, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Supported physical wellness by assisting with exercise routines or taking walks together in the neighborhood.
- Ensured a clean living environment for clients by performing routine household tasks such as laundry and tidying up common areas.
- Managed errands efficiently like grocery shopping or picking up prescriptions to alleviate stress from families caring for elderly loved ones.
- Improved mobility by providing transportation assistance to appointments or recreational events, ensuring safe and comfortable travel experiences.
- Facilitated the maintenance of personal hygiene by assisting with bathing, grooming, and dressing when necessary.
Babysitter
Family/Acquaintances
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced childrens social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
Canvasser
Victory Outreach
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Increased vaccination appointment rates by effectively communicating the importance of civic participation during door-to-door canvassing.
- Raised awareness for the Covid-19 vaccination by distributing informative materials and engaging in persuasive conversations with residents.
- Boosted fundraising efforts for various organizations through persuasive dialogue and personal connections with potential donors.
- Improved campaign visibility by strategically placing yard signs, posters, and other promotional materials throughout the community.
- Maintained a positive attitude and high energy levels throughout long hours of door-to-door outreach, contributing to team morale.
- Distributed pamphlets and other informational literature on the Covid-19 vaccine.
Fundraising Volunteer
Victory Outreach
09.2017 - 09.2017
- Boosted donor engagement by organizing and hosting successful fundraising events.
- Secured significant funds for charity programs by effectively communicating the organization's mission and goals to donors.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative fundraising strategies, maximizing donations.
- Created compelling marketing materials for fundraising campaigns, increasing awareness and attracting new donors.
Volunteer
La Colonial Tortilla Products
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and being accommodating.
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Managed administration to lessen the tension of employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ramon C. Cortines School Of Visual And Performing Arts
Los Angeles, CA06.2021
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Empathy and compassion
- Effective communication
- Patience and understanding
- Religious support
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Hygiene assistance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Canvasser
Victory Outreach
07.2021 - 11.2021
Fundraising Volunteer
Victory Outreach
09.2017 - 09.2017
Volunteer
La Colonial Tortilla Products
03.2017 - 06.2017
Elder Companion
Family/Acquaintances
01.2013 - 09.2022
Babysitter
Family/Acquaintances
01.2013 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Ramon C. Cortines School Of Visual And Performing Arts
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