ANITA GBAALEY
Winnipeg, Manitoba,MB
Summary
Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced Caregiver accustomed to administering bedside and personal care, ambulation and personal hygiene assistance. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with five years of assisting clients with daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive patient care by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping, and supporting patients in recreational sessions. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Imperial Nursing And Home Care Services
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Enhanced individual care by developing personalized support plans for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Improved staff performance by providing consistent training and ongoing supervision to direct support professionals.
- Ensured client safety and well-being through thorough monitoring, documentation, and reporting of incidents and progress.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams, facilitating effective collaboration on client goals and support strategies.
- Increased community integration for clients through the organization of social events, volunteer opportunities, and outings.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Served as a role model for staff in demonstrating compassionate care practices that prioritize respect for each individual''s dignity and rights.
Part-Time Direct Support Worker
Emunah Aged Home
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Enhanced client independence by providing personalized support and implementing individualized care plans.
- Improved quality of life for clients through compassionate care and effective communication.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and personal growth.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and their families, fostering a supportive environment for success.
- Provided crisis intervention and behavioral support, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Conducted regular assessments of clients'' progress, adjusting care plans as needed to promote ongoing improvement.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices for direct support work.
Direct Support/Home Health Care Worker
CarePlus Ghana/Elderly Home Care Services
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in a higher quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean home environment for patients, reducing fall risks and promoting overall health.
- Educated patients on medication administration, leading to improved adherence and better health outcomes.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Improved patient mobility through personalized exercise plans and physical therapy techniques.
- Facilitated the recovery process for post-operative patients by administering wound care and monitoring vital signs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Aide
Martin Luther King Health Training School
Accra08.2016
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Patient Care
- Case Management
- Client Documentation
- Disability rights knowledge
- Stress management
- Time management
- Compassionate caregiving
- Dementia care
- Housekeeping tasks
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with a team of 25 support workers in the development of disability support services for the aged.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Imperial Nursing And Home Care Services
07.2021 - 05.2023
Part-Time Direct Support Worker
Emunah Aged Home
09.2019 - 06.2021
Direct Support/Home Health Care Worker
CarePlus Ghana/Elderly Home Care Services
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Aide
Martin Luther King Health Training School
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