Brenda Penn
Yahk,Canada
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialized Caregiver
Axis Family Resources Ltd
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Project Manager
Self-Employed
01.2015 - 01.2020
Office Admin
B. Harper Drywall
01.2010 - 01.2020
Emergency Preparedness Volunteer
Lake Cowichan
01.2018 - 12.2019
Office Assistant
Cowichan Lake Community Services
01.2018 - 12.2019
Volunteer Helper
Cowichan Lake Christmas Hamper Program
01.2018 - 12.2019
Red Cross Loan Coordinator
Red Cross Loan Cupboard
01.2018 - 12.2019
Kettle Worker
Salvation Army
01.2018 - 12.2018
Self-Employed
Health Supplements
01.2015 - 12.2015
Community Policing Volunteer
Mill Bay
01.2010 - 12.2015
Education
Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling -
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
First-Aid with CPR AED - Food Safe, CPI, Naloxone Training, and More…
Developing Willpower in Transition -
Time to Heal Online-workshop
Horizons Pre-employment -
Cowichan Women Against Violence Society
Red Cross of Canada - Recently completed online training and clearance to work the Red Cross Loan Cupboard, lending free medical equipment to vulnerable people in need
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Grief counseling
- Trauma counseling
- Reflective listening
- Unconditional positive regard
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Office administration
- Leadership
- Issue resolution
Hobbies and Interests
- TOPS Canada - Participant in programs in a group setting, focusing on a holistic approach to health and wellness
- Outdoor activities- Hiking, walking, photography
- Health & Wellness- Food, understanding the connection with disabilities
- Coordinator of a neighborhood block watch program in my community, liaising with the town council members and fire department to bring the neighbors together to educate them
Volunteer Experience
- Emergency Preparedness, Lake Cowichan, 01/01/18 - 12/31/19
- Kettle Worker, Salvation Army, 01/01/18 - 12/31/18
- Office Assistant, Cowichan Lake Community Services, 01/01/18 - 12/31/19
- Volunteer Helper, Cowichan Lake Christmas Hamper Program, 01/01/18 - 12/31/19
- Red Cross Loan Coordinator, Red Cross Loan Cupboard, 01/01/18 - 12/31/19
- Community Policing, South Cowichan, Mill Bay, 01/01/10 - 12/31/15
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Specialized Caregiver
Axis Family Resources Ltd
03.2023 - Current
Emergency Preparedness Volunteer
Lake Cowichan
01.2018 - 12.2019
Office Assistant
Cowichan Lake Community Services
01.2018 - 12.2019
Volunteer Helper
Cowichan Lake Christmas Hamper Program
01.2018 - 12.2019
Red Cross Loan Coordinator
Red Cross Loan Cupboard
01.2018 - 12.2019
Kettle Worker
Salvation Army
01.2018 - 12.2018
Project Manager
Self-Employed
01.2015 - 01.2020
Self-Employed
Health Supplements
01.2015 - 12.2015
Office Admin
B. Harper Drywall
01.2010 - 01.2020
Community Policing Volunteer
Mill Bay
01.2010 - 12.2015
First-Aid with CPR AED - Food Safe, CPI, Naloxone Training, and More…
Developing Willpower in Transition -
Time to Heal Online-workshop
Horizons Pre-employment -
Cowichan Women Against Violence Society
Red Cross of Canada - Recently completed online training and clearance to work the Red Cross Loan Cupboard, lending free medical equipment to vulnerable people in need
Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling -
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
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