Sharmaine D.     Age 32      Female      Bronx  - 890 Trinity Ave   Member ID: 12291  Seeking work as a : Caregiver / Companion or Personal Support Worker  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Hello, I am a recent college graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. I am originally from New York City but I moved to Stroudsburg, PA at a very young age. I am someone who loves to work with children as my work experience shows. I enjoy cooking, the Arts, and being outdoors. I also have a love for language as I am trying to learn French and Haitian Creole. I am able to speak conversational Spanish. I am someone who is passionate about bringing stability to socially and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods. I also have excellent communication and teaching skills. I have worked part-time since I was a high school student and earned a reputation for being trustworthy, diligent and reliable. I am someone who believes that if given an opportunity we can all have successful futures, which is why I enjoy working in the human services field. I have worked as a progressive educator for about five years, which has allowed me to earn promotions and professionally grow. During those five years I have also done extensive work in curriculum development ranging in subject from English Language Arts to Sexual Health. My previous work experience has allowed me to make a positive impact in the lives of the youth I have served. I have learned how to act as a liaison between clients and organizations by earnestly seeking ways to maintain communication and positive relationships amongst all parties involved. I have acquired Business Development skills at LAT’RA enterprises for the past six years. By working in the human services field I have obtained experience working with people of different ages and backgrounds. In this field, I am challenged to be creative, enthusiastic, encouraging, and most importantly, patient. My passion for making an impact on the lives of youths is what drew me to apply here.       Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status:   Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   0 years experience, 1 references I have experience acting as a companion for the elderly. I have helped with housekeeping, cooking, bathing, and errands.      Skills:    Bathing Assistance      Bed Bath      Dressing Grooming assistance     Experience and skills with following Diagnosis :    Alzheimer's      Arthritis      Cancer      Dementia      Hearing Impairment      Stroke   Education/Training: Caregiver / Companion, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, College, Bachelor's Degree      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Caregiver / Companion or Personal Support Worker  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    Less than 3 months      3 - 12 months      As Long as Needed      Summer Position      Occasional/As Needed   Prefer to work in:    Home Health Care      Retirement Homes      Clinic / Hospital     Desired Start Date: February 27, 2013  Desired Salary: $25/Hour or Negotiable salary  Willing to travel : Yes  Duties:    Housekeeping      Laundry      Grocery Shopping      Meal Planning / Preparation      Supervise Home      Errands      Clean Bathroom      Assist with Pet Care      Assist with Walking      Vacuuming      Hand Wash Dishes      Escort to Appointments      Plan Visits, Outings, & Trips to Visit Neighbours, Friends, Family      Bathing Assistance      Alzheimer/Dementia Care         References   Kathy Powell Manning  I worked with Mrs. Manning for about 3 years. In addition to my salaried work at Harlem School of the Arts, I worked private babysitting jobs for her daughter.      Leslie Mantrone  I worked at East Side House for about 2 years as a group leader. Ms. Mantrone could attest for my character and work ethic.