Kristen C.

$13.00 / hr

Minneapolis, MN

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About Kristen

I became a caregiver to make a difference in the lives of others, to be able to go to work and come home and look myself in the mirror and known I had done something worthwhile and good. It is rewarding work, where I can make personal connections with others, and make use of my naturally empathetic nature and drive to take care of people. It makes me feel good to be doing something where I can be myself and do what I do best. A personal achievement I am proud of is making this my fifth year of helping people in their homes. Every year I gain new skills and expand my knowledge. I am glad to be in a field where I am always learning and growing. A little bit about myself: I am 30 years old, an outgoing and friendly INFP, into art, music, games, reading books, and watching shows. I love animals and have a dog and cat of my own. I am very patient, a good listener, and a quick learner! I have a car, I am flexible and punctual, and I keep a good attitude. I am very good at keeping myself occupied during downtime, but I enjoy staying busy as well.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Transferring & Mobility
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

Gastrointestinal Disorders
Neurological Disorders
Post Surgery Recovery
Respiratory Disorders
Skin Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

Habilitation Tech

Feb 2011 - May 2014

Turning Point Services

Individual caregiver providing in-home skill building, supported employment, and personal care. Duties included bathing, dressing, toileting, hygeine routines, meal prep, cleaning, goal-running, medication distribution, ROM and PT. Clients included a 13-year-old female with cerebral palsy, 22-year-old female with Rhett syndrome, 22-year-old male with cerebral palsy, 32-year-old female with Down's syndrome, 18-year-old female with profound metal retardation, and 13-year-old male with high-functioning autism.

Feb 2011 - May 2014

Houseparent

Mar 2013 - Jan 2014

Black Mountain Home

• Full time live-in houseparent at housing facility for five displaced children ages six through twelve • Meal prep, conflict resolution, schoolwork help, hygeine, medication distrubution, cleaning, groundskeeping • Managed the Youth retreat facility and acted as residential caretaker and events coordinator

Mar 2013 - Jan 2014

Direct Care

Nov 2009 - May 2010

Unity House

• Caregiver providing personal care, supervision, and training in a group home setting • Duties included bathing, dressing, toileting, meal prep, cleaning, goal-running, medcation distribution, ROM and PT.

Nov 2009 - May 2010

University of Minnesota

Aug 2002 - Jan 2004

Owatonna High School

Aug 1998 - Jun 2002

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