Ishimwe Jane
Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Caring and empathetic support worker with 4 years of experience providing therapeutic support for adults with disabilities. Competent planner, developer and implementer of complex individual program plans. Certified medication administrator, verifying patient medicine and nutrition plan adherence according to strict detail, Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills .
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Leader
YMCA of Greater Vancouver
06.2023 - Current
- Provided support to at-risk students by creating tailored interventions focused on personal growth and academic success.
- Trained new Activity Leaders in school policies and best practices, contributing to a cohesive and well-prepared team.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines, promoting overall health among the children in care.
Support Worker
Starlight Children’s
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Caregiver
Homeinstead Vancouver
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Care Assistant
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC09.2024
Skills
- Safety awareness
- First aid knowledge
- Safety understanding
- Activity Planning
- Daily living assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Housekeeping skills
- Health and safety
- Emotional Support
- Safety Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Activity Leader
YMCA of Greater Vancouver
06.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Starlight Children’s
01.2022 - 03.2023
Caregiver
Homeinstead Vancouver
04.2021 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Health Care Assistant
Vancouver Community College
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