David Emes
Prince Rupert,BC
Summary
Skilled Life Skills Worker with a proven track record at Northern Health, enhancing client independence through critical thinking and empathetic interpersonal communication. Excelled in fostering empowerment, achieving notable client progress in decision-making and self-care. Certified in CPR, adept in teamwork, and recognized for innovative problem-solving abilities.
Life skills professional with strong background in supporting individuals to develop essential life skills. Well-versed in creating and delivering programs that promote personal development and self-sufficiency. Highly collaborative and adaptable, recognized for fostering supportive environment and achieving impactful outcomes through teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Worker
Northern Health
06.2020 - Current
- Empowered clients by teaching essential life skills, such as budgeting, time management, and decisionmaking.
- Provided one-on-one coaching to address personal barriers and promote positive behavior change.
- Served as an advocate for client needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected.
- Enhanced individual growth by assessing and addressing life skills needs of clients.
Home Support Worker
Northern Health
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed trusting relationships with clients, establishing rapport and open communication.
- Enhanced client comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Ensured client safety by identifying potential hazards in the home environment and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Community Support Worker
Thompson Community Services
11.2013 - 01.2017
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
Education
Health Care Assistant
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC09-2017
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CPR certification
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
- Substance abuse prevention
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attentive to people
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Life Skills Worker
Northern Health
06.2020 - Current
Home Support Worker
Northern Health
11.2017 - 06.2020
Community Support Worker
Thompson Community Services
11.2013 - 01.2017
Health Care Assistant
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
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