After many years as a stay-at-home mom, I returned to work in 2014 by providing care to elderly clients on Lopez Island. Although I had previously worked as an occupational therapist several years before, caregiving was the only option that I had on the island, one to which I could continue to apply the knowledge and skills learned through my OT experience. I have grown to esteem the day-to-day work with my clients, particularly the relationship that is able to form through the hours, days, weeks spent together. In short, I value each human being and love being of service to others, which is why I have had these two careers of occupational therapy and caregiving. Here is an excerpt from my formal resume: Dependable and dynamic caregiver with recent experience as both a licensed HCA and licensed OT, providing excellent care for elderly and vulnerable adults. Conscientious team member, equally adept at working one-on-one with clients in the home. Contributes considerable insight and skills in the domain of psychology. * Friendly and compassionate, with outstanding interpersonal communication skills * Meticulous organizational skills * Culturally aware * Superior capacity to understand and adapt to new concepts and their correct applications * Innovative and practical thinker * Resilient employee.
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
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