Jamiruh Kalanzi
Summary
Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial, and social skills, helping clients integrate into the community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 4 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Anthony Mainelli
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Assisted clients in accessing available resources such as housing options, financial supports, and healthcare services.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
Community Support Worker
Family Options
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for community events, building strong connections among residents while increasing program visibility.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
Home Care Aide
Jewish Assisted Living
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Conducted routine health monitoring, including vital signs and symptom tracking, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Makerere University
Uganda- Kampala05.2015
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional Support
- Behavioral support
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Daily living assistance
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Mobility Assistance
- Life Skills Development
- Emergency response training
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
First Aid/CPR WHMIS
Domestic Violence Awareness at Work Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST)
Valid Security License
CSTS
Alberta Health and Safety Basics for Child Care Providers
Alberta Food Safety Basics for Farmer's Market
Alberta Food Safety Basics for Meat Processors
Timeline
Support Worker
Anthony Mainelli
03.2023 - 02.2024
Community Support Worker
Family Options
02.2021 - 10.2022
Home Care Aide
Jewish Assisted Living
12.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Makerere University
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