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Vanessa Rivera

Petaluma,CA

Summary

“Licensed Spanish Medical Interpreter with a strong background in caregiving and behavioral support. Experienced in providing compassionate, client-centered care and facilitating effective communication in medical settings. Dedicated to ensuring accurate interpretation and improving patient outcomes through cultural sensitivity and professionalism.”

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Amergis
Petaluma, CA
05.2024 - Current
  • Work 1/1 with autistic or special need kids.
  • Assist in overall class help.
  • Help student trouble shooting life skills.
  • Assist with classwork.

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
Petaluma, CA
11.2019 - 11.2024
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities
  • Helped with translating and interpreting at Dr. appointments and pharmacy.

Pre Kindergarten Teacher

School is no longer open
Miami, FL
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments
  • Supervised recess periods and other extracurricular activities on campus grounds
  • Conducted assessments of student progress throughout the year
  • Facilitated a safe environment for all students while maintaining an orderly classroom atmosphere

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
01-2027

Medical Interpreter - Interpreter

Interpreter Training
Boston, MA
12-2024

Skills

  • Really good with explaining and teaching new task
  • Fluent English and Spanish
  • Willing to learn new task
  • Love helping others best to my knowledge
  • Easy to work with
  • Skill development
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Report writing
  • Communication
  • Social skills development
  • Behavior management
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Amergis
05.2024 - Current

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
11.2019 - 11.2024

Pre Kindergarten Teacher

School is no longer open
08.2015 - 08.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Rosa Junior College

Medical Interpreter - Interpreter

Interpreter Training
Vanessa Rivera