Veronica Velasco
Baldwin Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Job Coach with a proven track record at Vocational Innovations, where I enhanced client success through personalized job coaching and robust community engagement. Leveraging skills in service plans and empathetic communication, I consistently improved client satisfaction and independence. Expert in CPR/AED, demonstrating a commitment to safety and well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Coach
Vocational Innovations
Monrovia, CA
07.2020 - 10.2024
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
- Monitored and tracked client progress through consistent follow-up sessions, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
After School Teacher
Woodword Leadership Academy
San Bernardino, CA
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in education and refining teaching skills.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, maintaining an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clues Charter Academy
San Bernardino, CASkills
- Service plans
- Job search strategies
- Skills testing
- Interview coaching
- Group and individual instruction
- Daily living assistance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate communication
- Behavior redirection
- Compassionate client care
- Quality program protocols
- Daily living activities assistance
- Community activities
- Resident empowerment
- Empathetic listening
- Autism support
- Patient care and companionship
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Childcare experience
- Client satisfaction
- Chauffeuring
Timeline
Job Coach
Vocational Innovations
07.2020 - 10.2024
After School Teacher
Woodword Leadership Academy
09.2018 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Clues Charter Academy