Open To Work
ALMA CHAMBERLAIN
HAMILTON,ON
Work Preference
Summary
To obtain a Personal Support Worker (PSW) position in a healthcare facility that will enable me to utilize my clinical skills with client-centered focus.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
UPPER WELLINGTON RETIREMENT AND LONGTERM CARE
Hamilton, Ontario
12.2016 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address resident concerns effectively.
Personal Support Worker
PINEVILLA CARE CENTER
Hamilton, Ontario
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address resident concerns effectively.
Personal Support Worker
ORCHARD TERRACE CARE CENTER
Hamilton, Ontario
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Provide client centered care to residents in a long-term care setting.
- Work collaboratively with a variety of teams and care planning members.
- Support residents with a variety of care situations including: palliative, post-hospital, memory /cognitive impairment, physical limitations and complex care needs.
- Support families in caring and inclusive a caring.
- Communicated effectively with Senior Care Team members and engaged actively in yearly reviews/admission conferences.
- Attended inservices and educational opportunities mandated by LTC facilities and Ministry of Health.
- Support families in caring and inclusive approach.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents and staff.
- Attend all inservices /educational opportunities as mandated by the LTC facilities and Ministry of Health and LTC
HSW
COMFORCARE SENIOR SERVICES
Hamilton, Ontario
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Provided personal care including showers and baths to enhance clients' hygiene and comfort.
- Performed light house cleaning and chores while administering medication according to instructions.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients during scheduled hours.
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
LISA ROSENBLATT
02.2011 - 11.2012
- Supported physical care needs and provided emotional support to enhance quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care to vulnerable seniors in their home environments.
- Provided compassionate personal care to enhance client comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including grooming and meal preparation.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to family members.
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
PATRICIA PERONI
07.2009 - 02.2011
- Performed the same duties as stated above.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at home.
- Communicated effectively with clients and families about care plans.
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
SARA TRIOLO
02.2008 - 05.2009
- Performed the same duties as stated above.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families.
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Education
Graduate of Personal Support Program -
Hamilton Institute of Health Personnel
College Graduate In The Philippines - Major in Economics
Bachelors Degree
06.1985 - 10.1989
CPR/ first Aide Course Level C -
Pinevilla Longterm Care Facility
Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA) Training Certification -
Alzheimers Society
WellingtonSkills
- Client-centered care
- Personal care
- Medication management
- Client assessment
- Health monitoring
- Care plan development
- Basic clinical procedures
- Care coordination
Availability
I am flexible with my availability and can commit to all shifts, weekends and holidays as required by your facility.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
UPPER WELLINGTON RETIREMENT AND LONGTERM CARE
12.2016 - Current
Personal Support Worker
ORCHARD TERRACE CARE CENTER
07.2014 - 11.2016
Personal Support Worker
PINEVILLA CARE CENTER
05.2014 - 01.2018
HSW
COMFORCARE SENIOR SERVICES
02.2012 - 04.2013
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
LISA ROSENBLATT
02.2011 - 11.2012
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
PATRICIA PERONI
07.2009 - 02.2011
PRIVATE CAREGIVER
SARA TRIOLO
02.2008 - 05.2009
College Graduate In The Philippines - Major in Economics
Bachelors Degree
06.1985 - 10.1989
Graduate of Personal Support Program -
Hamilton Institute of Health Personnel
CPR/ first Aide Course Level C -
Pinevilla Longterm Care Facility
Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA) Training Certification -
Alzheimers Society