Sittercity home
Leia W., Care Companion in Granada Hills, CA 91344 with 3 years paid experience

Leia W. Care Companion in Granada Hills, CA 91344

Looking for full or part-time work as a care companion.

  • First aid certification

    Certification is self-reported and not verified.

    Verify directly with the sitter.

    First aid certification

  • CPR certification

    Certification is self-reported and not verified.

    Verify directly with the sitter.

    CPR certification

Granada Hills, CA

3 years paid experience

Last signed in: More than 6 months

Home Care Rates $25 per hour

Leia’s Bio

As a single mom of two, I have always been passionate about taking care of others. From a young age, I have always been drawn to the idea of nurturing and supporting those around me, and as I have grown older, this has only become more central to my identity and my purpose in life.

Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of roles that have allowed me to put this passion into practice. I have been a teacher at various levels, from kindergarten to college, and I have found that there is no greater joy than seeing my students grow and develop under my guidance. Whether I am working with young children who are just beginning to discover the world around them, or with college students who are exploring complex ideas and concepts, I am always amazed by the capacity for growth and learning that we all possess.

But my caregiving extends beyond the classroom. I have also spent many years taking care of elderlies, both within my own family and as a professional caregiver for new clients who needed companionship, therapy, and other forms of support. In both contexts, I have found that there are certain qualities that are essential for anyone who wants to be a successful caregiver.

I believe that empathy is the most important quality that a caregiver can have. To truly understand and support someone else, you need to be able to put yourself in their shoes, to feel what they are feeling, and to see the world from their perspective. This requires a deep level of emotional intelligence and a willingness to be vulnerable and to connect with others on a meaningful level.

For me, patience and understanding are essential qualities for any caregiver. When you are working with people who are experiencing challenges or difficulties, it can be easy to become frustrated or overwhelmed. But by taking the time to listen, to be patient, and to truly understand what someone else is going through, you can build trust and establish a strong foundation for your caregiving relationship.

I believe that flexibility and adaptability are key qualities for any caregiver. No two people are exactly the same, and no two situations are exactly alike. As a caregiver, you need to be able to adapt to changing circumstances, to be creative in your solutions, and to find ways to support your clients and patients no matter what challenges arise.

Experience

Age Specific Experience

3 years paid experience with:

  • Under 55 years old
  • 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

Experience with providing individualized services:

  • Medication Administration
  • Medication Assistance
  • Medication Management
  • Grooming Guidance
  • Assistance with Pets
  • Meal Planning
  • Nutrition Education
  • Mobility Training

Experience with providing health & medical services:

  • Wound Care
  • Pain Management
  • Diabetic Care

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 consider either a part time or full time position
  • Start date is flexible

Availability

My availability is valid through 6/22/23

  • Open (all day, everyday)

Skills & Abilities

Languages Spoken

  • English

References

Susan R. is a reference for Leia W. Relationship: Friend

Trustline is California's official background check for license-exempt child care providers (i.e. babysitters and nannies) and the only authorized screening program in California with access to fingerprint records at the California Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation and access to the California Child Abuse Central Index. The Trustline registry toll-free telephone number is 1-800-822-8490.

Pursuant to Section 1596.859 of the Health and Safety Code, parents have the right to receive information regarding any substantiated or inconclusive complaint about licensed child care providers. That information is public and can be acquired by visiting the California Department of Social Services' Internet Web site at "www.cdss.ca.gov".

Jump to Top
Leia W.
Leia W.
Granada Hills, CA 91344
3

years experience

Home Care Rates $25 per hour

  • Enhanced background check

  • First aid training

  • CPR certification

Today only! Save up to 50% on a
Sittercity Premium membership.

Register now