Anandu Shaji
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker(PSW) with hands-on experience in long-term care. Expertise in person-centred care, ADLs, mobility support, dementia care, and infection control. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to enhance residents' well-being and dignity. Seeking a PSW position to deliver high-quality care.
Willing to relocate for the right opportunity.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker (Clinical Placement)
Cogir Living- Venvi Donway Place
Toronto, Canada
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Provided compassionate, resident-centred care while promoting dignity, privacy, comfort and independence.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Supported residents with individualized nutrition and hydration needs to promote overall well-being.
- Supported safe transfers, repositioning, mobility assistance, and ambulation using proper body mechanics.
- Facilitated meaningful interactions with residents living with dementia and cognitive challenges through tailored communication techniques.
- Followed Infection prevention and control (IPAC) procedures, including proper PPE use and hand hygiene practices.
- Observed and reported changes in residents' physical, emotional, and behavioural conditions to healthcare staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation and followed established care plans.
- Coordinated care efforts with PSWs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and safe resident care.
Server
Granite Club
Toronto, Canada
04.2023 - 07.2026
- Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills by engaging with diverse individuals in a professional environment.
- Accommodated dietary requests, food allergies, and special meal requirements while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization while following workplace health and safety procedures.
- Worked effectively in a team environment requiring patience, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with team members, demonstrating patience, reliability, and attention to detail.
Education
Diploma - Food & Beverage And Restaurant Management
George Brown College
Toronto, ON 01.2023 - 04.2024
Distance Education - Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Osilla Institute
Toronto, ON 12.2025 - 07.2026
Skills
- Person-Centred Care
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Grooming support
- Feeding & Hydration Assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Nutrition Support
- Dementia Care
- Infection control
- Resident Safety
- Documentation management
- Palliative Care Support
- Team collaboration
- Client support
Certification
- NACC Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR Certification
- Mask Fit Test Certification
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Training
- Food Handler Certificate
- Smart Serve Certification
Timeline
Personal Support Worker (Clinical Placement)
Cogir Living- Venvi Donway Place
05.2026 - 07.2026
Distance Education - Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Osilla Institute
12.2025 - 07.2026
Server
Granite Club
04.2023 - 07.2026
Diploma - Food & Beverage And Restaurant Management
George Brown College
01.2023 - 04.2024