Barbara Gillam-Wright
Kirkland Lake,ON
Summary
Compassionate Personal Support Worker with experience at Teminskiming Home Support, skilled in mobility assistance and emotional support. Successfully enhanced client dignity and comfort while implementing effective care strategies. Recognized for building strong relationships and effectively communicating with healthcare staff to ensure optimal client outcomes.
Healthcare professional with solid history of delivering exceptional personal support and care. Known for collaborative approach and reliable in adapting to changing needs. Adept in patient care and communication, embodying empathy and attentiveness.
Compassionate Desired Position with background in providing essential care and support to individuals in need. Proven ability to assist with daily activities and foster safe and comfortable environment. Demonstrated skills in patient care and effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PSW
Teminskiming home support
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Managed household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to create a healthy living space for clients.
PSW
Westway
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Provided personal care assistance to clients, enhancing their comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Facilitated mobility support for clients, ensuring safe and secure movement within their living environments.
- Managed household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to create a healthy living space for clients.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare staff, ensuring accurate information sharing regarding client needs and progress.
Education
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Everest
Timmins, ON06.1997
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PSW
Teminskiming home support
06.2025 - 12.2025
PSW
Westway
01.2015 - 01.2022
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Everest