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Marquita W.

Marquita W.

$15.00 / hr

Chicago, IL

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About Marquita

I have worked in Health Care most of my adult life it is what I was made to do I love it and it is part of who I am not just what I do . Being a help to clients in their time of need. Being able to go back to school to get my Bachelors and increase my knowledge in the Health Care Field. I am a very spiritual diverse person, compassionated, caring, dependable.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Diabetes
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Hospice Care
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Private caregiver

    Feb 2015 - Apr 2016
    Home Companion
    Preparing meals for clients assisting with showers, light housing, medication, activities, laundry and some times transportation.
    Feb 2015 - Apr 2016

    Chicago State University

    Aug 2011 - Apr 2015
    Aug 2011 - Apr 2015

    Case manager

    Dec 2013 - Jan 2015
    Haymarket Center
    Case management for client with substance abuse disorders and mental health issues, referrals, groups, transportation, medication redirecting clients back into society. Assisting with housing, acquiring Identification and DCFS cases and court issues.
    Dec 2013 - Jan 2015

    Advocate

    Jun 2010 - Nov 2013
    Anixter Center
    Managing care for clients with mental and physical disabilities, showering, managing budget, activities, assisting with food preparation also transportation going shopping for clothes as well as food.
    Jun 2010 - Nov 2013

    Kennedy King College

    Jul 2008 - Jun 2011
    Jul 2008 - Jun 2011

    Private caregiver

    May 2005 - Sep 2009
    Ms. Carolyn Day
    Providing all care for client father managing budget, assisting with showers, meals, grooming, activities ,transportation, medication and all appointments.
    May 2005 - Sep 2009

    Lake County College

    Jun 1998 - Dec 1999
    Jun 1998 - Dec 1999

    Medical Careers

    Feb 1978 - Jan 1978
    Feb 1978 - Jan 1978
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