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Carla Faria

Toronto,ON

Summary

Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Portuguese and English.

Dependable, punctual and highly adept in building customer relations.

Collaborative with colleagues to achieve the best results in customer service.

Proven ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Reliable, conscientious, motivated team member.

Able to maintain a high standard of work in a fast paced environment.

Able to deal with conflict in-stressful situations with professionalism and respectful manners.

Task oriented, following directions well.

Able to work effectively without direct supervision.

Ability to be reliable and dependable.

Over 17 years’ experience in customer service and cash handling.

Strategic Planning, Recreational Programming, Event Planning, Partnership Building.

Regulatory Compliance, Health and Safety, Resident Assessments, Client Management, Resident Care, Staff Development.

Strong Knowledge and proficiency: MS Word, Point Click Care, Activity Pro.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Life Enhancement Aid

Kensington Gardens
04.2023 - Current
  • Implemented creative arts programming to stimulate self-expression among participants while fostering interpersonal connections between residents.
  • Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of resident participation, preferences, and feedback for continuous program improvement.
  • Evaluated program success, making necessary adjustments to better serve the needs and wishes of residents.
  • Boosted resident socialization through planning and coordinating engaging group events.
  • Implemented a variety of signature programs.

Recreation Aide

Schlegel Villages

The Second Mile Club, Toronto, ON Day Program Manager/ Program Coordinator - placement setting 2022

Maynard Nursing Home 2021 to 2023

Activity Aide

Implementation of activity programs independently. Documentation.


Maynard Nursing Home 2017 to 2021 Personal Support Worker Handling residents with personal expressions . Giving showers and bed baths to residents . Assisting with serving meals and feeding clients . Assisting with toileting, bathing, grooming, dressing and undressing residents . Experience using mechanical lift.

St Christopher's House, Toronto

Patients support group (placement setting) 2016 Personal Support Worker . Handling clients with responsive behaviors . Assisting with serving meals . Assisting with toileting . Assisting in recreational activities


Maynard Nursing Home, Toronto

Personal Support Worker (Placement setting) 2016

Handling residents with personal expressions . Giving showers and bed baths to residents . Assisting with serving meals and feeding clients . Assisting with toileting, bathing, grooming, dressing and undressing residents . Experience using mechanical lift Followed a care plan, observed and reported any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s Worked under supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional Self actualization by helping patient/resident/client to reach maximum potential Assisted with serving meals, feeding, and providing nourishment supplements Adhered to policy and procedures Provided safe and clean environment for residents Provided clients with personal bedside care, assistance in moving, bathing, grooming and getting dressed/undressed Alerted team members, when any change or concerns about patients occurred.


Valores - Gold buyers & Money Transfers - Portugal


Dealing with money, cash deposits, money transfers trough MoneyGramAnalysing gold, silver and diamond jewelry. Maintaining store staff by coaching, counseling, planning and training employees Dynamic - Portugal 1997-2007Cashier/Customer Service Representative Responded promptly to customer inquiries Handled and resolved customer complaints Obtained and evaluated all relevant information to handle product and service inquiries Provided pricing and delivery information Performed customer verifications EDU

Education

Secondary School Francisco Rodrigues Lobo
Portugal

Recreation Management in Gerontology - Alternative Recreation Therapies

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
04.2023

Personal Support Worker - Gerontology

Futures Academy of Health Care
North York, Toronto
04.2017

First Aid Certificate - First Aid

LifeSaver 101
Toronto
03.2017

Skills

  • Fast Learner
  • Time Management
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Adaptive Programming
  • Event Management
  • Program Planning
  • Flexibility
  • CPR Certified
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Languages

English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Life Enhancement Aid

Kensington Gardens
04.2023 - Current

Recreation Aide

Schlegel Villages

Secondary School Francisco Rodrigues Lobo

Recreation Management in Gerontology - Alternative Recreation Therapies

George Brown College

Personal Support Worker - Gerontology

Futures Academy of Health Care

First Aid Certificate - First Aid

LifeSaver 101
Carla Faria