A cover letter must be sent with every care aide resume even if it’s not asked for.
If written excellently, it can double your chances of being called for an interview.
It is your opportunity to demonstrate your job-specific traits that are not possible to be reflected in a resume.
Also, it serves as a platform of introduction with the employer and a chance to express your interest in the care aide job.
Your cover letter should demonstrate why you are a perfect match for the care aide position.
There are many formats available for this purpose.
You can choose a tabulated layout to show comparison or you can simply provide a checklist of your competencies that are also the job demands with the help of short bullet points.
See also: Personal Care Aide Cover Letter Sample
Care Aide Cover Letter Sample
Martha Ross
(005) 666-7777
martha @ email . com
July 22, 2019
Mr. Jason Carter
HR manager
Health Homes
766 Horizon Ave
Portland, OR 65331
Dear Mr. Carter:
I am writing to apply for the position of Care Aide at Health Homes. As an Oregon State health Department certified Care Aide, I am familiar with medication administration and record-keeping responsibilities associated with the role.
Here is a brief snapshot of my most relevant attributes:
– Demonstrated ability to provide companionship and assist clients in daily personal care tasks
– Proficient in rapport building and communicating effectively with clients, their doctors and family members
– Well-versed in maintaining a neat, clean and hygienic living environment for clients
– Adept at performing housekeeping tasks including laundry and meal preparation
Apart from the above mentioned traits, I am eager to bring empathy and compassion to Health Homes. I also possess current driver’s license and a reliable vehicle and am able to drive clients and accompany them to clinic/ hospital visits. The attached resume further details my success in personal care arena.
I would like to meet with you in an interview to expand the prospect further and will follow up next week. If you wish to speak to me earlier, please call me at (005) 666-7777.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely
(Signature)
Martha Ross
(005) 666-7777
martha @ email . com
Attachment: resume