Miriam Salazar Avila
Glendale
Summary
Dependable employee with 5 years of hands-on experience in related caregiving and daily living assistance. Recognized for encouraging residents to live life independently by engaging in activities . CPR and First Aid certified. Well-equipped with patience and stamina to handle adverse situations. Establishes rapport and trust with patients. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Care Provider
A Brighter Avenue
Mesa, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring patient health and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate and attentive respite care, allowing family members to take necessary breaks.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life and increased independence.
- Provided transportation for clients to appointments or social outings while maintaining punctuality and adhering to safety protocols.
- Implemented engaging activities that stimulated cognitive function and encouraged social interaction among clients with Autism
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Program
11.2019 - Current
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Provided personal care / ADLs services when necessary .
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Performed intake services to include but not limited to: completing necessary paperwork, providing youth with an overview of the program services and for initial placements of youth into the shelter.
- Provided basic needs to youth upon arrival to the program (to include but not limited to: meal, clothing, hygiene products, shower and bedroom assignment).
- Organized recreational outings and community service projects, promoting social responsibility and civic engagement among youths.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
- Observe, report and document identified behavior patterns and required information that merit documentation such as: elevated supervision forms, close observations, food logs, sleep logs and bed check logs.
- Responsible for the safe and secure transportation of unaccompanied minors
- Reviews the documentation to ensure it contains all information needed for travel.
- Logs transportation details, such as medication, meals offered, eaten, and refused.
- Reports to the Command Center(s) at established checkpoints and advice on any changes, disruptions, or concerns throughout the transportation route.
Assistant Teacher
Weekday Preschool - First United Methodist Ch
Phoenix, AZ
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Improved communication with parents by implementing regular updates on student progress and behavior.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ05.2026
High School Diploma -
Humanities And Science High School
Phoenix, AZ05.2013
Skills
- Proficient in the use of computer software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel
- Patient Monitoring
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Recreational Activities
- Medication administration
- Transportation services
- Personal care assistance
- Crisis intervention
- CPR certification
- Disability Awareness
Certification
- CPR/ First Aid Certified
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certified
- Article 9 Certified
- Assistance of Self Administration of Medication (ASAOM) Training Certified
- Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Arizona Board of Examiners of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers (NCIA/ALFM) certified
- Arizona Board of Examiners of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers (NCIA/ALFM) certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
A Brighter Avenue
08.2023 - Current
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Program
11.2019 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Weekday Preschool - First United Methodist Ch
08.2017 - 03.2020
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
High School Diploma -
Humanities And Science High School
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