Arpandeep Kaur Bhullar
Brampton,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Developmental Services Worker (DSWG1) with student placement experience supporting seniors in long-term care and children with developmental disabilities in educational settings. Completed DSW placements at McCowan Long Term Care Home (Eglinton) and Best Brains Learning Center, providing person-centered care, developmental support, and recreational assistance. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, emotional regulation, communication, and behaviour support while promoting dignity, safety, and independence across care environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labelling & Packing Associate
Sundine Produce Inc.
Mississauga, Canada
10.2023 - Current
- Worked effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- Demonstrated reliability, time management, and attention to detail
- Maintained professionalism under pressure
Developmental Services Worker – Student Placement
McCowan Long Term Care Home
Eglinton, Canada
- Supported residents with activities of daily living, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety
- Assisted seniors during group and individual recreational activities (bingo, quizzes, music, dance)
- Helped with meal and beverage service, including coffee service and special events (wine & cheese)
- Engaged residents in one-on-one conversations to reduce loneliness and promote emotional well-being
- Assisted with personal grooming, including nail care and hand massages
- Maintained a clean, safe, and supportive environment in accordance with LTC standards
- Communicated resident needs and observations to staff and worked collaboratively with the care team
- Encouraged participation by visiting resident rooms and informing them of upcoming activities
Developmental Services Worker – Student Placement (Educational Support)
Best Brains Learning Center
, Canada
- Provided one-to-one and small-group developmental support to children with developmental disabilities
- Assisted with educational tasks, attention, communication, and emotional regulation
- Supported children in following structured routines and individualized learning approaches
- Encouraged positive behaviour, social skills, and independence
- Adapted activities to meet individual developmental and learning needs
- Maintained a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Communicated student progress and observations with supervisors and instructional staff
Education
Graduate Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSWG1)
Fanshawe College
Toronto04.2025
Skills
- Long-Term Care & Retirement Home Support
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Senior & Dementia Care
- Person-Centered Care
- Emotional & Social Support
- Recreation & Activity Assistance
- Behaviour Support
- Infection Prevention & Safety
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation & Observation
- Time Management
Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR Level C, 01/01/24, 01/01/27
- CPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification, 02/01/24, 06/01/26
- Vulnerable Sector Check, Completed, 01/01/25
- Infection Prevention & Control (DSW coursework)
Additional Information
English, Professional, Punjabi, Fluent, Hindi, Fluent, Flexible (days, evenings, weekends, holidays)
Timeline
Labelling & Packing Associate
Sundine Produce Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Developmental Services Worker – Student Placement
McCowan Long Term Care Home
Developmental Services Worker – Student Placement (Educational Support)
Best Brains Learning Center
Graduate Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSWG1)
Fanshawe College