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
Prince Rupert, BC
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
Prince Rupert, BC
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
Prince Rupert, BC
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