Experienced support worker prepared for role in personal assistance. Skilled in providing compassionate care, managing daily tasks, and ensuring clients' well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable and capable of responding to changing needs, with expertise in communication, problem-solving, and empathy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Schlegel Villages
Fairview Nursing Home, 14,Cross Street, Toronto
09.2024 - Current
Provided safe mobility support to help residents move around personal and public spaces.
Engaged residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support resident nutritional needs.
Turned and positioned bedbound residents to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Developed trust-based relationships with residents through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Maintained accurate records of resident care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Personal Support Worker
Comfort Keepers
Toronto, ON
11.2023 - Current
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
Hospital Aide
Baptist Medical Centre For Elders
Lagos State, Nigeria
02.2020 - 05.2023
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Babysitter
Happy Faces Childcare
Lagos,Nigeria
04.2018 - 01.2020
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.
Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Education
Personal Support Worker
Freedom College of Health, Business And Technology
09-2024
High School Diploma -
Saint Louis Grammar School
Oyo State, Nigeria
07.2000
Skills
Supportive
Quality Patient Care
Wound Care
Patient Intakes
Nutrition and Diet
Mobility Support
Complex Problem-Solving
Client Interfacing
Emotional and Social Support
Room Cleaning and Restocking
Empathy and Compassionate Skills
Certification
Personal Support Worker Certificate
Diploma in Caregiving
First Aid / CPR Certification
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Schlegel Villages
09.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Comfort Keepers
11.2023 - Current
Hospital Aide
Baptist Medical Centre For Elders
02.2020 - 05.2023
Babysitter
Happy Faces Childcare
04.2018 - 01.2020
Personal Support Worker
Freedom College of Health, Business And Technology
Care Worker/Personal Support Worker at Saint Anthony's Of Padua Community AssociationCare Worker/Personal Support Worker at Saint Anthony's Of Padua Community Association