Vincent Valentino
New Haven,CT
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate caretaker with expertise in emotional support, mobility assistance, and personalized care. Proven ability to engage clients and enhance their well-being through compassionate interaction and safety awareness. I have experience in attending to daily household chores, and cooking meals. I am very patient, friendly, and very attentive to the needs of others.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caretaker
Private Care
New Haven, Connecticut
05.2025 - Current
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry and meal preparation.
- Provided assistance to disabled persons in accordance with their individual needs.
- Assist with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support in home environments.
Senior Yoga Instructor
Hospital Regional
Cusco, Peru
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Conducted group yoga classes for diabetic patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to integrate yoga into patient care.
- Educated patients on mindfulness and breathing techniques for stress relief.
- Provided guidance on postures and breathing techniques for relaxation purposes.
Grounds Crew Member
Veterans Hospital
Bath, New York
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and order of outdoor areas and facilities.
- Operated light construction equipment such as tractors, mowers, blowers, trimmers and other power tools.
- Participated in snow removal operations using tractors, plows and snowblowers when necessary.
Companion Caregiver
Veterans Hospital
Bath, New York
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in hospital environment.
- Engaged clients in social activities to promote mental stimulation and well-being.
- Accompanied clients on walks outdoors for exercise and fresh air.
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
United State Army
Fort Knox, Kentucky
10.2009 - 04.2013
- Conducted routine maintenance on transport vehicles to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle usage and maintenance records.
- Utilized navigation systems when necessary during missions.
- Transported personnel and supplies over specified routes or area.
Motor Transport Operator
United States Army
Afghanistan, Afghanistan
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with units to plan and execute combat missions effectively.
- Evaluated terrain conditions to recommend optimal strategies for mission success.
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Provided security and surveillance in a variety of environments.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of tactical missions.
- Analyzed enemy movements to identify potential threats.
- Monitored radio transmissions to detect suspicious activity.
- Interacted with local populations to ensure stability and peace.
- Developed expertise in small arms use, care, and accountability.
- Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
Education
High School Diploma -
Branford High School
Branford, CT01-2004
Xavier High School
Middletown, CT01-2003
Skills
- Client engagement
- Emotional support
- Compassionate interaction
- Meal preparation
- Safety awareness
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship skills
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
physical fitness
Timeline
Caretaker
Private Care
05.2025 - Current
Senior Yoga Instructor
Hospital Regional
05.2023 - 11.2024
Grounds Crew Member
Veterans Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2017
Companion Caregiver
Veterans Hospital
05.2016 - 09.2016
Motor Transport Operator
United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2012
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
United State Army
10.2009 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Branford High School
Xavier High School