Chimere Iheyinwa
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Reliable shelter support worker enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shelter Support Worker
Wyndham House
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Enhanced living conditions for shelter occupants through diligent cleaning and maintenance of facility spaces.
- Improved shelter residents'' mental well-being by conducting regular emotional support sessions and group activities.
- Collaborated with local service providers to secure essential resources for the betterment of shelter inhabitants.
- Developed comprehensive case management plans, addressing individual needs of clients and facilitating their progress toward selfsufficiency.
Shelter Support Worker
Saint Peters Home
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Tracked service activities and outcomes against outlined plans and goals.
Volunteer Support Worker
Saint Vincent The Paul
10.2015 - 08.2016
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help clients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Conestoga Collage
Kitchener, ON12.2023
Skills
- Spreadsheet Development
- Emotional Support
- Presentation Design
- Daily Living Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- standard first Aid/CPR
- working with vulnerable people check
- workers health and safety awareness certificate
Timeline
Shelter Support Worker
Wyndham House
06.2023 - 06.2023
Shelter Support Worker
Saint Peters Home
10.2019 - 06.2022
Volunteer Support Worker
Saint Vincent The Paul
10.2015 - 08.2016
Post Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Conestoga Collage
- standard first Aid/CPR
- working with vulnerable people check
- workers health and safety awareness certificate
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