Michelle Pittman
Southport
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic, with a proven track record as a Care Worker, I excel in advocacy and collaboration, enhancing community engagement and support. Diligent Student Social Worker with solid foundation in social work principles and hands-on experience in supporting diverse student populations. Demonstrated empathy and active listening skills to build trust and foster positive outcomes.
Professional care worker with practical experience in providing compassionate support and assistance. Adept at collaborating with team members to ensure comprehensive and responsive care. Reliable and adaptable, consistently meeting needs of clients and colleagues.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance client well-being. Knowledge of creating nurturing environments and assisting with daily living activities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Worker
Private Residence
03.2023 - Current
- Provide emotional support and companionship to client, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Managed clients' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanor.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for client by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Provided safe mobility support to help client move around personal and public spaces.
- Facilitated transportation for clients to attend appointments, social events, or run errands as needed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in clients' health status to family and doctor.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.
- Provided compassionate companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
Shadowing Student
Brunswick County Public Schools
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Observed School Social Worker and job actions.
- Followed industry professionals to learn appropriate methods for solving issues and best practices for task completion.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay informed of current trends and best practices in school social work.
- Maintained confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
- Interviewed Social Worker to assess job responsibilities, limitations, and policy and procedures.
- Toured facility to understand working environment.
Volunteer
Generations Church
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Coordinated with other volunteers to create a welcoming environment at worship services and special events.
- Prepared meals for church members and guests for special events.
- Facilitated small group discussions to foster deeper understanding of religious texts.
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Babysitter
Friend
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
Education
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2025
Nursing
Brunswick Community College
Bolivia, NCDan River High School
Ringgold, VA05-2007
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Patience and empathy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Client advocacy
- Life skills development
- Self-care strategies
- Organized
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers-Current
Timeline
Shadowing Student
Brunswick County Public Schools
11.2023 - 11.2023
Care Worker
Private Residence
03.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Friend
08.2017 - 11.2019
Volunteer
Generations Church
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Liberty University
Nursing
Brunswick Community College
Dan River High School
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