Elise Uwase
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Experienced with client-cantered support in mental health settings. Utilizes therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to foster safe environment. Knowledge of mental health conditions and treatment strategies to effectively assist clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
The Sharp Foundation
Calgary, AB
- 06.2024
- Assist clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Help clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhance the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Keep clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Safeguard client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Maintaining detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Document client progress and communicate the updates to the care team, contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Encourage clients to engage in physical activities, promoting healthier lifestyles and wellbeing.
- Provide emotional support to clients, improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
- Monitor clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Preparing meals that meet specific dietary needs
Caregiver
Kigali Nursing Home Care
Kabeza
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Monitored residents' health status, report any changes or concerns to nursing staff, and document observations in resident charts.
- Encouraged social interaction and participation in recreational activities to promote cognitive stimulation and emotional well-being.
- Assisted with housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and tidying to maintain a clean and organized living environment.
- Provided emotional support, companionship, and empathy to residents, listening to their concerns and offering reassurance.
- Participated in staff meetings, training sessions, and in-service education programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Uphold residents' rights, dignity, and independence, while promoting a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusion.
Caregiver
Iwacu Dignity Home Care
Kigali
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Assist clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Help clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhance the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Safeguard client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Maintaining detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Document client progress and communicate the updates to care team, contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Encourage clients to engage in physical activities, promoting healthier lifestyles and wellbeing.
- Provide emotional support to clients, improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
Education
Diploma - Social Work And Social administration
Nkumba University
Uganda02.2020
High School Diploma -
St Aloys Rwamagana
Rwanda 11.2017
Skills
Shelter Arrangements
Youth Advocacy
Program Evaluation
Life Skills Instruction
Abuse Identification
Adolescent Counseling
Records Maintenance
Conflict resolution
De-escalation skills
First Aid and CPR
Flexibility
Communication skills
Meal Preparation
Harm reduction
Crisis management
Microsoft office
Certification
- First Aid and CPR
- Homeless training
- Crisis Intervention training
- Suicide Assessment and Intervention
- Indigenous Awareness training
- Naloxone training
- Class 5 driving licence
- Alberta Food Safety Basic
- Alberta Child Care Basic
- WHIMS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Caregiver
Kigali Nursing Home Care
11.2021 - 10.2023
Caregiver
Iwacu Dignity Home Care
09.2020 - 11.2021
Mental Health Support Worker
The Sharp Foundation
- 06.2024
Diploma - Social Work And Social administration
Nkumba University
High School Diploma -
St Aloys Rwamagana