Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Additional Information - Accessibility
Timeline
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HOSSANNA OBANOR

Kitchener,Canada

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated person-centered support worker with extensive experience in providing person-centered support. Advocating for autonomy for individuals to live self-determined lives. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a person-centered approach to caregiving. Seeking an opportunity to contribute my skills and passion to a healthcare organization that values personalized, compassionate care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Chartwell Retirement Home
Cambridge, Ontario
04.2025 - Current
  • Rapport through genuine empathetic relationship and listening to hear a person's need.
  • Maintaining healthy boundaries while working alongside to achieve goals
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance Person's quality of life.
  • Facilitate recreational activities to promote social engagement and mental well-being as well as ADL.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment to ensure person' comfort and security.

Personal Support Worker

Winiseph Care Home
Asaba, Nigeria
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Assisted Client with mobility and positioning to prevent discomfort and complications.
  • Provided personal care, including hygiene assistance, grooming, and toileting.
  • Created a secure and well-organized environment to support Clients' well-being.
  • Built strong relationships with client to foster a caring and supportive atmosphere.

Home Care Worker for Special Needs Child

03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided specialized educational support tailored to the child's learning abilities.
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit the child's unique learning style.
  • Created a calm and supportive learning environment.
  • Regularly updated parents on progress and adjusted learning plans accordingly.

Caregiver

Holy Family Home for the Elderly
Awka, Nigeria
01.2018 - 02.2020
  • Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Supported clients with mobility, transfers, and positioning to prevent pressure sores.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization through light housekeeping and safety measures.

Education

Personal Support Worker - NACC Certification

UMS Healthcare College
04-2025

Gentle Persuasive Approach in Dementia Care - GPA

UMS Healthcare College
02-2025

Project Management - PGD

Conestoga College
01.2024

Canadian Remote Access for Dementia Learning -

Conestoga College
01.2024

CPR/First Aid/AED -

Coast2Coast First Aid and Aquatic Inc.
01.2024

Mass Communication - M.Sc.

Tansian University
01.2015

Skills

  • Compassionate care
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Time management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Safety maintenance
  • Trust building
  • Adaptability in caregiving

References

Available upon request.

Additional Information - Accessibility

Have accessibility to car and G2 license.

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Chartwell Retirement Home
04.2025 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Winiseph Care Home
09.2021 - 03.2023

Home Care Worker for Special Needs Child

03.2020 - 08.2021

Caregiver

Holy Family Home for the Elderly
01.2018 - 02.2020

Personal Support Worker - NACC Certification

UMS Healthcare College

Gentle Persuasive Approach in Dementia Care - GPA

UMS Healthcare College

Project Management - PGD

Conestoga College

Canadian Remote Access for Dementia Learning -

Conestoga College

CPR/First Aid/AED -

Coast2Coast First Aid and Aquatic Inc.

Mass Communication - M.Sc.

Tansian University
HOSSANNA OBANOR