Caitlyn C. Care Companion in Flossmoor, IL 60422
Looking for part-time work as a care companion.
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Last completed on 04/23/2015.
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Flossmoor, IL (Flossmoor, IL • 17 miles away | will travel 50 mi)
5 years paid experience
Last signed in: More than 6 months
Home Care Rates $10 per hour
Caitlyn’s Bio
I'm currently a junior in college, studying psychology and studio art. I'm at the point in my academic career where I am fulfilling the requirements for a graduate program in Art Therapy :). I deeply enjoy working on creative projects with others, with or without conversation, and with anyone of any age, background, illness, or disability. I also enjoy working with dogs!
In regards to people, I've been working with and caring for people all ages all of my life (while enjoying it). From when I was 12, babysitting my younger cousins and community members. I also spent time with my older family members and kept them company during their less mobile years. I've spent hours in conversation, doing arts & crafts, going to parks/museums, sharing/preparing meals, and soothing and changing little ones. I've also had experience as a Farm Manager at the University of Rochester where I worked with people of all ages, teaching them about sustainability, farming, nature, and healthy eating. Fulfilling different roles with people has truly given me a well rounded understanding of people with different ages, preferences, passions, disabilities, and capabilities.
I enjoy spending time with and caring for older people especially. It reminds me of taking care of my family members and sharing very sweet moments of understanding. I don't mind helping them with anything they need, whether they're pros at asking for what they want or not. Much like children, I find their personalities to be highly concentrated and raw- something I find very refreshing. It's awesome that someone can get paid for spending time with good company.
When it comes to animals, I love them. I have had experience in Rochester, NY working with foster dogs to get them adopted. The process includes assessing an animal, and working with him/her with training so that they are fit to be in a home. I have lots of training tips if you need them or need help putting them into action!
Experience
Age Specific Experience
5 years paid experience with:
- 65 to 74 years old
- 75 to 84 years old
Experience with providing basic care services:
- Conversation and companionship
- Safety supervision
- Meal preparation
- Medication reminders
- Social activities
- Light housekeeping
- Exercise/Physical activities
- Laundry and linen changes
- Shopping
- Mobility assistance
Experience with providing personal care services:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Grooming
- Feeding and special diet
- Toileting
Experience with providing individualized services:
- Medication Administration
- Medication Assistance
- Medication Management
- Grooming Guidance
- Assistance with Pets
- Meal Planning
Willing to run errands
Availability & Job Preferences
Availability Duration
Prefers to provide visiting care
- Short term (1 to 3 months)
- Temporary (4 to 12 months)
- Permanent (1 to 2 years)
- Permanent (2 or more years)
- On call (as needed)
Job Duration
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Available to start on 1/26/2015
Availability
My availability is valid through 4/24/15
- Weekday Early Morning
- Weekday Afternoons
- Weekends Daytime
- Weekends Evenings
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