ELSA ORLENKO
Ajax,ON
Summary
Seeking to secure a lasting position as an Educational Assistant with the Durham Catholic District School Board Friendly with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant Supply
Durham Catholic District School Board
Durham, ON
09.2018 - Current
- Assisted teachers with preparing classroom materials and activities.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom, playground, and cafeteria.
- Provided individualized instruction for special needs students according to their IEPs.
- Helped students with communication and organizational skills.
- Assisted the Teacher in implementing a Behavioral Plan that helped students keep focus during class
- Lifted and Transferred students in and out of specialized vehicles and personalized equipment to the washroom and classrooms
- Helped facilitate classroom programs while classroom teacher was printing tests
- Took the initiative to help supervise students during school trips
- Supervised recess and joined the kids to be active and maintain safety precautions during the activates
- Supported the gospel values and philosophy of inclusion of the Durham Catholic District School Board
Developmental Services Worker
Christian Horizons
Pickering
01.2013 - Current
- Providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, living in a designated treatment home
- Assisting with activities of daily living and promoted the implementation of person centered plans
- Working within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement support plans for individuals with special needs; which resulted in improved quality of living for individuals supported.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to clients with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted clients in developing skills for independent living, such as communication, problem-solving and self-care.
Activity Aide
Sunnybrook Hospital
Toronto
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Presently caring for patients suffering from dementia, Alzheimer’s and other illnesses
- Involving patients in hospital organized functions
- Assisted with planning and implementing activities for elderly residents, including art classes, music therapy, and physical exercise.
- Organized special events such as birthday celebrations and holiday parties.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to individuals with mobility issues during recreational activities.
- Educated family members about the importance of leisure time activities for seniors.
Personal Support Worker
First Health Care
GTA, ON
01.2006
- In home care provider at First Health Care a leading provider of private home health care services across Canada
- Maintenance several clients with various illnesses in their homes
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently by providing support to clients within the home which required strong organization and time management skills; which resulted in clients receiving quality and complete personal care.
Personal Support Worker
Community Living Toronto
Toronto, ON
01.2005
- Volunteer for Completion of PSW certificate at Community Living Ontario
- Assisting with the non-profit, provincial association that advocates for people who have an intellectual disability to be fully included in all aspects of community life.
Education
Classroom Management -
01.2022
Developmental Services Worker
Ontario College of Trades
01-2021
Violence Prevention Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
01.2014
Fire & Evacuation Response Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
01.2014
Mask Fit-Testing Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
01.2014
Personal Support Worker Certificate -
Centennial College
01.2005
Skills
- Teacher Support
- Behavioral Support
- Special Education
- Peer Mentoring
- Motivational Techniques
- Individualized Instruction
- Worked with wide variety of children
- Able to work as team member
- physically able to perform the essential duties of this position
Certification
- WHMIS, 2020
- CPI-CPR, 2020
- First Aid, 2020
- C – PIC, 2019
- NVCI, 2020
- Cyber Security Training, 2021
Personal Support Worker Skills
- Skill in using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer for the transfer of patients
- Visited approximately 5 – 6 clients per day in their homes when providing in-home care
- Familiar with support protocol assisting autistic adults such as dressing, feeding, toileting and bathing
- Experience in providing personal support services for clients in long-term care facilities
- Completed daily medical reports on client activities by following proper document procedure
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Assistant Supply
Durham Catholic District School Board
09.2018 - Current
Developmental Services Worker
Christian Horizons
01.2013 - Current
Activity Aide
Sunnybrook Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2018
Personal Support Worker
First Health Care
01.2006
Personal Support Worker
Community Living Toronto
01.2005
Classroom Management -
Developmental Services Worker
Ontario College of Trades
Violence Prevention Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
Fire & Evacuation Response Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
Mask Fit-Testing Class -
Sunnybrook Hospital
Personal Support Worker Certificate -
Centennial College
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