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Mary B. Care Companion in Berkeley, CA 94704
Looking for part-time work as a care companion.
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Berkeley, CA
5 years paid experience
Last signed in: More than 6 months
Home Care Rates $35 per hour
Mary’s Bio
I love working in companion care and the end-of-life field because I am fascinated by the human mind andthe human condition. I feel of highest service when helping others be comfortable, whatever the situation may be.
my resume :
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
End-of-Life Doula — 2009-present
Help clients at end of life to experience a “good death” as defined by their own requirements, preferences, and wishes. The heart of the work is listening, while holding unconditional positive regard for the speaker.
Dementia Companion 2017 -present.
Companion services to clients in all stages of dementia. Listening with unconditional positive regard, being a friend. Sharing pictures, videos and comprehensive written notes with family.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Working Artist - 2003 -present
Life-long artist with 14 years in my own West Oakland studio, specializing in surface design. Artistic media include: book arts - handmade paper, hand marbled paper, paper structures, paper sculpture, calligraphy, maker of all manner of things.
Shaklee Corp. 1979-2003
Manager, Forecasting and Business Information Group 1996-2003
In-house Consultant, Business Intelligence 1990-1996
Programmer Analyst Manager, Sales and Marketing 1979-1990
EDUCATION
University of Vermont - End-of-Life Doula Certificate 2019
Universities of California, Minnesota, Iowa -1972-1982
Excellent references available.
Experience
Age Specific Experience
5 years paid experience with:
- 55 to 64 years old
- 65 to 74 years old
- 75 to 84 years old
- Over 85 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
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)
Job Duration
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Start date is flexible
Availability
My availability is valid through 10/20/22
- Weekday Early Morning
- Day-time Weekdays (M - F)
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