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Katie D.

Katie D.

$19.00 / hr

Greenfield, MA

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About Katie

Hi, my name is Katie and I am an experienced, mature professional looking to provide care & support to individuals and families in my community. I have worked for over 20 years in a wide range of jobs providing services like childcare, behavioral and mental health support, care management and so much more to people of all ages. I understand first-hand that bringing someone into your home to care for yourself or a loved one is not easy. I am committed to providing support, companionship, care and any other services to people while ensuring dignity, respect and professionalism. I enjoy being creative, planning activities both in and out of the home, reading, movies and much more. I look forward to speaking with you about how we can work together to meet your family's needs!

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Short Term
  • Overnight
  • Holiday Shifts

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

Skills & Expertise

  • ALS
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Home Health Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Event & Volunteer Coordinator

Oct 2021 - Present
United Personnel
Helped plan and coordinate educator training workshops, hired and supervised volunteers for non-profit, service agency.
Oct 2021 - Present

Children's Residential Program Director

Dec 2015 - Present
Youth Opportunities Upheld
Oversaw/operated 2 Group Home programs serving children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges who were unable to live in a home setting. Included creating program routines and activities, training and supervising staff to provide trauma-informed care and support to youth, and oversaw all behavior management practices. Programs were for (1) co-ed youth ages 6-12 and (2) males ages 13-22.
Dec 2015 - Present

Personal Care Attendant

Aug 2020 - Sep 2021
Family Home Care
Provided in-home support for a young women with significant physical and developmental disabilities. Care included meal preparation and feeding, toileting and bathing, socialization and companionship and medication/health care oversight.
Aug 2020 - Sep 2021

School-Age Child Care Director

Aug 2003 - Apr 2012
ymca in greenfield
Oversaw Before and After School and Summer Camp programs for children ages 5-16 in the Franklin County community. Included providing care and support to children and their families, training staff and developing new supports and programs.
Aug 2003 - Apr 2012

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Jan 2001 - Jan 2006
Amherst, MA
Jan 2001 - Jan 2006

Litchfield High School

Jan 1996 - Jan 2001
Litchfield, CT
Jan 1996 - Jan 2001
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