*** Seeking a challenging role as a Caregiver ***

  Personable and compassionate communicator seeking a challenging role as a Caregiver.

  Excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  Recognized by Lutheran Homes for volunteer work at Rice Estates, a nursing home/assisting living facility.

  Long-term goal is to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and service the elderly.

  Proactively identified problems and implemented favorable solutions.

  Stellar time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.

Volunteer Caregiver Columbia, SC 2014-Present

  Care for my mother who has been diagnosed and living with Alzheimer s disease.

  Assist my mom and other elderly persons with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) at Rice Estates, an assisting living facility (ALF).

  Complete housekeeping chores such as the laundry and other miscellaneous tasks.

  Feed my mom and other seniors, and also transport my mom to physician appointments.

  Perform magic shows and act as mascot characters at a variety of senior and nursing facilities.

  Previously served as a Meals on Wheels volunteer.

Bookkeeper, Piggly Wiggly Columbia, SC 1983-Present

  Showcase solid attention to detail and customer service skills while performing bookkeeping functions.

  Accurately reconcile cashier tills and complete bank deposits, among other bookkeeping tasks.

  Process accounts receivable and payable, as well as returned checks and discount card applications.

  Participate in the Salvation Army Christmas Tree Donation Program for seniors through Piggly Wiggly.

Security Professional, United Event Service Columbia, SC 2011-2014

  Demonstrated strong communication skills while working security at sporting events and concerts.

  Maintained poise, professionalism and sound judgment to work well in crisis or tense situations.

Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Accounting, University of South Carolina

CPR and First Aid Certified

Dear Hiring Manager:

I am currently seeking a challenging opportunity at your organization and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am a personable and compassionate professional with excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills seeking to launch the next chapter of my career. Recently, I was recognized by Lutheran Homes for my volunteer work at Rice Estates, a nursing home/assisting living facility. My long-term goal is to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and service the elderly.

Currently, I care for my mother who has been diagnosed and living with Alzheimer s disease. I assist my mom and other elderly persons with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) at Rice Estates. I complete housekeeping chores such as the laundry and other miscellaneous tasks. I also feed my mom and other seniors, and also transport my mom to physician appointments. Additionally, I perform magic shows and act as mascot characters at a variety of senior and nursing facilities. Previously, I served as a Meals on Wheels volunteer. I ve also participated in the Salvation Army Christmas Tree Donation Program for seniors through Piggly Wiggly, my employer since 1983 where I have served as a Bookkeeper.

As your employee, you will find me to be a team player committed to exceeding your performance expectations. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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