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Jamila Jarvis

Yarmouth,Nova Scotia

Summary

Compassionate Residential Support Worker at Yarco Company, Support and behavioral interventions. Enhanced residents' quality of life through personalized care and effective teamwork. Proficient in medication management and documentation, ensuring safety and adherence to treatment plans while fostering a nurturing environment for emotional wellness.

Professional in providing residential support with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and client advocacy. Reliable and adaptable, known for maintaining high standards and delivering consistent outcomes. Effective communicator with compassionate approach, ready to make meaningful impact.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Support Worker

Yarco Company
02.2014 - Current
  • Administered medications according to prescribed protocols, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Fostered a positive living environment, promoting independence and encouraging socialization among residents.
  • Delivered compassionate personal care, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Facilitated group activities that promoted social interaction, skill-building, and emotional wellness for residents.
  • Handled emergency situations with a calm and focused demeanor, following established protocols to ensure resident safety.
  • Conducted regular safety checks within the residential facility, identifying potential hazards and addressing them promptly.
  • Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of resident progress, incidents, and communication with family members or guardians.
  • Monitored client medications and adherence to individual treatment plans.

Education

High School Diploma -

Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School
Yarmouth, NS
06-2009

Skills

  • Behavioral support
  • Boundaries establishment
  • Mental health awareness
  • Direct care
  • Daily logs
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Documentation skills
  • Meal preparation
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Disability support
  • First aid and CPR
  • Client transportation
  • Positive reinforcement techniques

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Residential Support Worker

Yarco Company
02.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School
Jamila Jarvis