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Diya Bhardva

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Disability Support Worker with practical experience supporting individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Skilled in delivering personal care, behavior support, mobility assistance, and emotional support. Adept at maintaining accurate records, communicating with families and healthcare providers, and promoting client independence and dignity. CPR, First Aid, and BLS certified.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DEVELOPMENT-SUPPORT-WORKER

PHSS
09.2023 - Current
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Successfully managed challenging behaviors by applying therapeutic approaches aimed at reducing aggression, self-harm, and disruptive actions.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.

Support Worker

Queens village retirement home
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Provided assistance with daily activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and light housekeeping for clients with disabilities, seniors, and convalescents.
  • Assisted clients with mobility, transfers, and transportation to appointments and errands, ensuring their safety and comfort.
  • Offered companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce isolation.
  • Supported clients with meal planning, cooking, and feeding assistance, ensuring balanced nutrition.
  • Maintained clear communication with family members and healthcare teams to provide updates on client health and well-being.
  • Documented client vitals, behavioral observations, and medications in accurate records for healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured clients’ homes remained clean, organized, and conducive to a safe living environment.
  • Administered and assisted with basic personal care tasks such as dressing, bathing, and grooming.

Support Worker (Volunteer)

Diya Foundation – India
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Collaborated with therapists, program coordinators, and family members to support customized care plans and goals.

Education

Post Secondary Diploma - Business Marketing

Fanshawe College
London, ON
04.2025

High School Diploma -

Saraswati International School
India
04-2021

Skills

  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Mobility & Transfer Support
  • Meal Preparation & Feeding Assistance
  • Medication Reminders
  • Behavioral Observation & Reporting
  • Emotional Support & Companionship
  • Home Safety & Light Housekeeping
  • Client Documentation
  • Family & Team Communication
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Confidentiality & Privacy
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Time Management
  • Patience
  • Team Collaboration
  • Record Keeping
  • Daily living support
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Emotional support
  • Mobility assistance

Certification

  • CPR and first aid certificate
  • BLS certificate
  • Mask fit certificate
  • NACC literacy test certificate
  • Vulnerable sector check
  • TB negative certified

Timeline

Support Worker

Queens village retirement home
01.2024 - 04.2024

DEVELOPMENT-SUPPORT-WORKER

PHSS
09.2023 - Current

Support Worker (Volunteer)

Diya Foundation – India
12.2022 - 03.2023

Post Secondary Diploma - Business Marketing

Fanshawe College

High School Diploma -

Saraswati International School

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