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Zewdu Mekbib

Portland

Summary

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering several years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Driver

Helena Transit
06.2020 - Current

Providing safe and timely transportation for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Proven ability to assist and support passengers with diverse needs, ensuring their comfort and safety during transit. Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for passengers through attentive and empathetic care.


  • Maintained flexible availability to accommodate on-call hours.
  • Earned and maintained necessary certifications.

Caregiver

Ebeneezer Group Home
06.2023 - Current

Proficient in assisting residents with daily living activities, administering medication, monitoring health conditions, and maintaining detailed care records. Committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of all residents.


  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Delivery Driver

Uber Eats
10.2019 - 05.2024
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.

Cab Driver

New Green Cab Transport
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
  • Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.

Shuttle Driver

Ready Ride Transportation
07.2015 - 07.2018
  • Maintained a clean and neat shuttle for passenger comfort.
  • Transported customers to and from Portland, OR

Wheel Chair Attendant

Huntleigh Wheel Chair Service (PDX)
06.2014 - 07.2015

Assisting passengers with mobility challenges and providing compassionate and efficient support, ensuring the comfort, safety, and dignity of individuals during their transit. Proficient in handling wheelchairs and other mobility aids, following safety protocols, and delivering excellent customer service.


  • Assisted unaccompanied minors and special needs passengers by transporting and claiming personal baggage and belongings.
  • Read boarding paperwork to identify international and domestic flight information, special service requests, names and dates to help special needs passengers locate correct gate.

Parking Attendant/Cashier

City Center Parking
11.2011 - 06.2014
  • Directed patrons to designated parking spaces.
  • Answered general questions about parking fees, facilities, and directions.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver

Porthaven Health Care Center
03.2008 - 11.2011

Providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting medical staff in delivering comprehensive care. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients, offering emotional support and ensuring their comfort and well-being. Committed to maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, adhering to all healthcare regulations, and continuously improving patient care practices.


  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

General Manager

Talent For Christ
11.2003 - 07.2006

As the General Manager at Talent for Christ, I oversee daily office operations to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. I develop and coordinate training programs for ministers from various denominational churches, enhancing their leadership skills and community impact. My role involves collecting, organizing, and evaluating data related to ministry challenges and family dynamics, facilitating discussions and prayer sessions to address setbacks, and identify strategies for improvement. Additionally, I responsibly manage the distribution of funds and essential resources, including clothing, to support ministers and their families in need. I also prepare comprehensive reports for board meetings, summarizing program outcomes, financial distributions, and providing strategic recommendations for future initiatives.


  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Education

Masters - Theology

Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2006

Bachelors - Theology

The Evangelical Theological College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.1999

Bachelors - Science (Statistics)

Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.1984

Skills

  • Patient Companionship
  • Progress Documentation
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Behavioral Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Observing responses
  • Emergency response training
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Critical thinking abilities

Interests

Dr Anteneh Aberra

616-284-9131

antenehtayea@gmailcom

I/DD Services


Mulat Wolela

503-442-1660

Medical Transportation Services


Captain Addisu Fetene

414-899-8566

General Manager for Talent For Christ

Certification

ODDS Medicaid Agency Orientation SilverNail NW May 2024


75 Hours of DSHS Approved Basic Training Washington Care Academy April 2023


8 Hours of DSHS Approved Mental Health Specialty Training May 15, 2022


8 Hours of DSHS Approved Dementia Specialty Training May 14, 2022


2 Years of Service Porthaven Health Care Center March 2010



Languages

Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Caregiver

Ebeneezer Group Home
06.2023 - Current

Medical Driver

Helena Transit
06.2020 - Current

Delivery Driver

Uber Eats
10.2019 - 05.2024

Cab Driver

New Green Cab Transport
08.2018 - 09.2019

Shuttle Driver

Ready Ride Transportation
07.2015 - 07.2018

Wheel Chair Attendant

Huntleigh Wheel Chair Service (PDX)
06.2014 - 07.2015

Parking Attendant/Cashier

City Center Parking
11.2011 - 06.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver

Porthaven Health Care Center
03.2008 - 11.2011

General Manager

Talent For Christ
11.2003 - 07.2006

Masters - Theology

Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology

Bachelors - Theology

The Evangelical Theological College

Bachelors - Science (Statistics)

Addis Ababa University
Zewdu Mekbib