Vivika Smoot
Helena,MTmt
Summary
Dedicated and versatile support professional with over 5 years of experience in caregiving, food service, and hospitality. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, restaurant operations, and customer service. Known for strong organizational abilities, a compassionate demeanor, and adaptability in fast-paced environments. skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Westmont
Helena
05.2023 - Current
- Assist individuals with development disabilities in daily living activities.
- Administer medication and monitor clients well being.
- Collaborate on care plans and provide emotional support.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Bar and Grill
Helena, Montana
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Buss and sanitize tables
- Maintained cleanliness of the dining area
- Ensured that food was served promptly after being prepared by the kitchen staff.
- Assisted with setting up banquet rooms for special events.
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
Waitress Server
Los Cazador-eh
Helena, Montana
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Promoted to head waitres/ dinning floor manager.
- Took order, served food, prepped meals.
- Maintained restaurant cleanliness and high costumer service standards.
- Handle a high volume of patrons with efficiency.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Processed payments accurately using cash registers or POS systems.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new menu items or changes in policy.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
Usher Concessions Box Office
Cinemark Helena xd
Helena, MT
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Ensured that emergency exits were not blocked or obstructed.
- Assisted with seating patrons in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Verified tickets for entry into the vennu
- Sold concessions and maintained theater cleanliness
- Transitioned to box office to sell tickets and interact with guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Helena High School
Helena, MT06-2020
Skills
Healthcare & Caregiving
Patient Care
Care Plans
Medication Administration
Working with People with Developmental Disabilities
Caregiving (2 years)
Food & Hospitality
Culinary Experience
Menu Planning
Guest Services
Cooking
Serving Experience
Banquet & Restaurant Experience
Kitchen Experience
Meal & Food Preparation
Food Safety
Catering
Host/Hostess
Bartending
Cashiering
Bussing
Restaurant Management
General Skills
Organizational Skills
Supervising Experience
Commercial Cleaning
Detailing
Laundry
Certification
Certifications & Licenses
• CPR Certification
• Driver’s License
• Food Handler Certification (Valid: Apr 2022 – Apr 2025)
• ServSafe Alcohol (Valid: Apr 2022 – Apr 2025)
• Bartender License
Accomplishments
- Employee of the year my first year at Westmont
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Westmont
05.2023 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Bar and Grill
03.2023 - 05.2023
Waitress Server
Los Cazador-eh
09.2019 - 11.2021
Usher Concessions Box Office
Cinemark Helena xd
08.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Helena High School