A Guide for Additional Sections to Enhance your CV

Chapter 6

Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Step-by-Step Guide to Enhancing Your CV with Additional Sections

1. Volunteering Experience
2. Languages
3. References

Volunteering Experience

If you have unpaid experience in healthcare, senior care, or community support, list it to highlight your dedication and hands-on experience.

How to List Volunteer Work:

• Position Title (e.g., Volunteer Caregiver)
• Organisation Name
• Dates of Service (Month/Year – Month/Year or “Ongoing”)
• Key Responsibilities & Contributions

Example:

Volunteer Caregiver – Community Senior Assistance Program (2021 – Present)

• Assisted elderly residents with daily activities, including meal preparation and companionship.
• Helped organise social and recreational activities to improve residents’ quality of life.

Languages

Speaking multiple languages can be a major advantage in caregiving, especially in diverse communities.

How to List Languages:

• Create a separate “Languages” section.
• List each language along with your proficiency level:
  • • Fluent: Can communicate efficiently in all situations.
    • Proficient: Can hold conversations but may have some limitations.
    • Basic: Can understand and communicate in simple terms.

Example:

Languages:

• English – Fluent
• French – Proficient
• Dutch – Basic

References

Professional references provide credibility and allow employers to verify your skills and experience.

How to List References:

• Choose two to three references who can speak to your caregiving abilities (e.g., previous employers, supervisors, or families you worked for).
• Include:
  • • Full Name
    • Job Title/Relationship to You
    • Company Name (if applicable)
    • Phone Number or Email

Example:

Jane Smith

Senior Care Manager, Bright Horisons Care
Email: janesmith@email.com | Phone: 012-345-6789

If you prefer not to include contact details directly, you can simply state:
“References available upon request.”

Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Step-by-Step Guide to Enhancing Your CV with Additional Sections

1. Volunteering Experience
2. Languages
3. References

Volunteering Experience

If you have unpaid experience in healthcare, senior care, or community support, list it to highlight your dedication and hands-on experience.

How to List Volunteer Work:

• Position Title (e.g., Volunteer Caregiver)
• Organisation Name
• Dates of Service (Month/Year – Month/Year or “Ongoing”)
• Key Responsibilities & Contributions

Example:

Volunteer Caregiver – Community Senior Assistance Program (2021 – Present)

• Assisted elderly residents with daily activities, including meal preparation and companionship.
• Helped organise social and recreational activities to improve residents’ quality of life.

Languages

Speaking multiple languages can be a major advantage in caregiving, especially in diverse communities.

How to List Languages:

• Create a separate “Languages” section.
• List each language along with your proficiency level:
  • • Fluent: Can communicate efficiently in all situations.
    • Proficient: Can hold conversations but may have some limitations.
    • Basic: Can understand and communicate in simple terms.

Example:

Languages:

• English – Fluent
• French – Proficient
• Dutch – Basic

References

Professional references provide credibility and allow employers to verify your skills and experience.

How to List References:

• Choose two to three references who can speak to your caregiving abilities (e.g., previous employers, supervisors, or families you worked for).
• Include:
  • • Full Name
    • Job Title/Relationship to You
    • Company Name (if applicable)
    • Phone Number or Email

Example:

Jane Smith

Senior Care Manager, Bright Horisons Care
Email: janesmith@email.com | Phone: 012-345-6789

If you prefer not to include contact details directly, you can simply state:
“References available upon request.”

CHAPTERS

Introduction

Chapter 1: Understanding the Caregiver Role

Chapter 2: Structuring Your Caregiver CV

Chapter 3: Highlighting Key Skills

Chapter 4: Writing the Work Experience Section

Chapter 5: Education & Certifications

Chapter 6: Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Chapter 7: Tailoring Your CV for Specific Roles

CHAPTERS

Introduction

Chapter 1: Understanding the Caregiver Role

Chapter 2: Structuring Your Caregiver CV

Chapter 3: Highlighting Key Skills

Chapter 4: Writing the Work Experience Section

Chapter 5: Education & Certifications

Chapter 6: Additional Sections to Enhance Your CV

Chapter 7: Tailoring Your CV for Specific Roles