Janie Boucher
Morinville,AB
Summary
Compassionate Home Support Specialist delivering individualized care planning, effective communication, and medication management. Committed to enhancing client well-being through emotional support and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Support Specialist
excel society
Morinville, AB
08.2007 - 09.2026
- - Developed individualized support plans for clients.
- - Coordinated transportation and scheduled appointments to enhance client participation in essential activities.
- - Communicated with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- - Provided personal care and support for individuals with diverse needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of services provided and client interactions.
- Supported daily living activities to foster client independence and uphold dignity.
- Performed safety checks throughout the home environment to identify potential hazards or risks of injury.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary requirements of the client's doctor or nutritionist.
- Delivered emotional support and encouragement to help clients navigate life transitions related to aging or illness.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Consulted with the client care team to continually update care plans.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by following established protocols for seeking medical attention if required.
- Managed medication administration schedules, ensuring medications were taken at prescribed times according to physician instructions.
Day Program Coordinator
The Salvation Army day program
Fort McMurray, Alberta
09.1998 - 04.2007
- Facilitated group sessions to promote social interaction and skill development.
- Coordinated daily activities for participants in community engagement programs.
- Monitored participant progress and adjusted programs as necessary for improvement.
- Cultivated relationships with community organizations to create volunteer opportunities for program participants.
- Developed and implemented individualized programs to meet the needs of program participants.
- Supervised direct care staff by providing guidance on behavior management techniques.
- Coordinated daily activities such as field trips, recreational events, and special projects.
Education
Mandt
Excel Academy
Edmonton, AB11-2025
Medication Administration
Excel Academy
Edmonton, AB09-2025
First Aid & CPR Level C
Canadian Red Cross
Edmonton, AB03-2024
PSW
North Quest College
Edmonton, AB04-2002
High School Diploma -
Fort McMurray Compisite High School
Fort McMurray, AB06-1988
Skills
- Individualized care planning
- Medication management
- Personal care assistance
- Safety assessment
- Case management
- Health care collaboration
- Documentation management
- Effective communication
- Client communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Emotional support
Timeline
Home Support Specialist
excel society
08.2007 - 09.2026
Day Program Coordinator
The Salvation Army day program
09.1998 - 04.2007
Mandt
Excel Academy
Medication Administration
Excel Academy
First Aid & CPR Level C
Canadian Red Cross
PSW
North Quest College
High School Diploma -
Fort McMurray Compisite High School