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Archbold Karadzandima

Archbold Karadzandima

Personal Support Worker
Fort Frances,ON

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Summary

Healthcare and community services professional with frontline experience supporting seniors in long-term care, assisted living, and community-based programs, combined with advanced education in Healthcare Leadership and Business Administration. Demonstrated experience coordinating care services, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, supporting program delivery, monitoring quality standards, maintaining regulatory compliance, and resolving client concerns. Recognized for strong leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills. Proven ability to manage competing priorities, support staff, analyze operational needs, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives in fast-paced healthcare environments

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Personal Support Worker

AMICA Senior Living
Whitby, ON
2026.02 - 2026.05
  • Delivered client-centered care within assisted living and memory care programs while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and support resident goals.
  • Assisted with implementation of care plans, medication support, wellness monitoring, and documentation, contributing to positive health outcomes and regulatory compliance.
  • Supported resident engagement programs and coordinated participation in activities that enhanced quality of life and social well-being.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to prioritize workloads, manage competing demands, and ensure timely service delivery.
  • Applied conflict resolution and communication skills to address resident concerns and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.

Community Support Volunteer

Community Care Durham
Whitby, ON
2025.08 - 2026.05

Supported delivery of community-based services for seniors, assisting clients in 2025 accessing programs, appointments, transportation resources, and community supports.
• Conducted wellness checks and provided companionship services that reduced social isolation and promoted independent living.
• Collaborated with care teams to communicate client concerns, coordinate services, and support continuity of care.
• Maintained detailed documentation and adhered to confidentiality requirements while
supporting vulnerable populations

Personal Support Worker

Rainycrest Long Term care Home
2026.06 - Current
  • Support delivery of resident care services for 8–12 residents per shift while collaborating with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with individualized care plans and organizational standards.
  • Contribute to quality care outcomes by identifying and reporting changes in resident condition, supporting client interventions and continuity of care.
  • Coordinate with healthcare professionals to facilitate safe transitions, service delivery, and care plan implementation, improving resident well-being and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate electronic documentation and reporting, supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, privacy legislation, and quality assurance standards.
  • Participate in infection prevention, risk management, and resident safety imitative contributing to a safe care environment and reducing incident risks.
  • Support family communication and resident advocacy, helping address concerns and strengthen satisfaction with care services.

Volunteer

Canadian Red Cross
2026.01 - Current
  • Coordinated volunteer activities to enhance community engagement and participation.
  • Developed training materials for new volunteers, ensuring clarity and consistency in processes.
  • Facilitated workshops promoting skills development among volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Managed event logistics, optimizing resource allocation for various community initiatives.

Production Operator (Quality & safety Compliance)

General Motors of Canada
Oshawa, ON
2022.01 - 2026.01
  • Maintained 100% compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act standards, reinforcing safety practices transferable to LTC environments
  • Improved operational efficiency and prioritization by managing high-volume, time-sensitive tasks, directly supporting PSW workload management
  • Demonstrated physical stamina and safe lifting techniques, supporting safe resident handling and transfers
  • Collaborated within team-based environments, strengthening communication, accountability, and teamwork competencies
  • Quality & safety Compliance

Education

Personal Support Worker

Pharma-Medical Science College of Canada
Toronto
2025.02 - 2025.08

MBA - Business Administration

Africa University
Zimbabwe

Healthcare Leadership - Healthcare

University of Toronto
Toronto
2026.04 - 2026.05

No Degree - Addiction And Mental Health

The Centre For Addiction And Mental Health (CAMH)
Toronto
2026.05 - 2026.05

Master of Science - Internation Public Health

Liverpool John Moores University
United Kingdom
2026.01 - Current

Skills

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Health Care Aide (HCA) Long-Term Care (LTC) Resident-Centred Care Geriatric Care Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Dementia Care Responsive Behaviours (GPA) Safe Transfers Mobility Assistance Fall Prevention Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) PPE Compliance PointClickCare (PCC) Electronic Health Records (EHR) eCharting Plan of Care Implementation Clinical Documentation Reporting Resident Rights Family Communication Quality Improvement Risk Management PHIPA OHSA LTCHA Compliance Emergency & Fire Safety Healthcare Administration Scheduling & Workforce Coordination Program Coordination Policy & Procedure Compliance Data Collection & Statistical Reporting Microsoft Office Suite Interdisciplinary Collaboration Customer Service Leadership Conflict Resolution Time Management Accountability

Certifications And Clearances

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • CPR Level C & AED
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
  • Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
  • WHMIS
  • AODA
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • N95 Fit Test
  • 2-Step TB Test
  • Vulnerable Sector Check – Clear
  • Fully Immunized

H S C P O A R E G

9510

O P S W A Membership

26.258

Commitment

Strong commitment to resident safety, customer service, and continuous improvement

Physical Capabilities

Physically capable of lifting, transfers, prolonged standing/walking

Driver License

Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation

Personal Information

  • Personal Support Worker
  • Valid Full G Drivers Licence
  • Available for days, evenings, nights, weekends (shift work ready)
  • HSCPOA Membership: 9510
  • OPSWA Membership: 26.258

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Rainycrest Long Term care Home
2026.06 - Current

No Degree - Addiction And Mental Health

The Centre For Addiction And Mental Health (CAMH)
2026.05 - 2026.05

Healthcare Leadership - Healthcare

University of Toronto
2026.04 - 2026.05

Personal Support Worker

AMICA Senior Living
2026.02 - 2026.05

Master of Science - Internation Public Health

Liverpool John Moores University
2026.01 - Current

Volunteer

Canadian Red Cross
2026.01 - Current

Community Support Volunteer

Community Care Durham
2025.08 - 2026.05

Personal Support Worker

Pharma-Medical Science College of Canada
2025.02 - 2025.08

Production Operator (Quality & safety Compliance)

General Motors of Canada
2022.01 - 2026.01

MBA - Business Administration

Africa University
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