Sandra Cooper
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Moravia Health, adept at implementing individualized care plans and enhancing client independence. Proven skills in case management and empathetic listening, ensuring timely medication reminders and fostering strong client relationships. Committed to improving quality of life through reliable support and effective communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Moravia Health
Philadelphia, PA
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting approaches to meet changing client needs.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
Case Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, PA
10.2018 - 06.2023
- Coordinated care plans for clients to ensure comprehensive support and resource access.
- Conducted client assessments to identify needs and develop tailored intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement services and monitor progress effectively.
- Maintained accurate case records in compliance with organizational policies and standards.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Direct Care Worker
JEVS Care at Home
Philadelphia, PA
04.2013 - 10.2022
- Provided personalized care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, mobility, and medication management.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to enhance emotional support.
- Implemented individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eastern University
PAMaster of Science - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Herndon, VA03-2018
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care
- Dependable and responsible
- Empathetic listening
- Patient care and companionship
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability and punctuality
- Case management
- Patient management
- Client documentation
- Medication and appointment reminders
Accomplishments
- Achieved Best practice through effectively generating Quarterly and Annual Reporting.
- Supervised team of six staff members.
- Achieved fund-raising by organizing and coordinating activities and events with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of twelve in the development of Community statistics, activities and events
- Achieved Best Practice in Case Management by creating initiatives to enhance the lives of individuals in the community.
Timeline
Caregiver
Moravia Health
04.2024 - Current
Case Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority
10.2018 - 06.2023
Direct Care Worker
JEVS Care at Home
04.2013 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eastern University
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University