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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
References
Volunteer Experience
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Jenna Buchanan

Pisquid West,Canada

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Worker with relevant experience in providing care and support to individuals with disabilities. Strengths lie in communication skills, patience, sensitivity, and respect for clients' dignity. In past roles, have consistently demonstrated ability to establish rapport with clients, facilitate independence, and contribute positively to overall client well-being.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Worker

Inclusions East Residential
04.2025 - Current

Concierge / Banquets

Rodd Crowbush
Morell
06.2022 - 10.2024

Direct Support Worker / 1:1

Holland College Summer Camp
07.2024 - 08.2024

Sub EA

LM Montgomery School
03.2024 - 05.2024

Dishwasher / Hostess / Waiter

Peakes Tee
Peakes
09.2018 - 09.2023

Waitress / Prep- Cook

Wedding Catering
Rustico
06.2020 - 06.2023

Support Worker - 1:1

12.2022 - 05.2023

Education

Human Services Diploma -

Holland College
PWC
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Morell Regional High School
Morell
12.2022

Skills

  • Time management
  • Client advocacy
  • Emotional support
  • Effective communication
  • Compassionate client care
  • Hardworking
  • Communication skills
  • Patience
  • Organization
  • Active listening
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Flexibility

Certification

  • Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
  • Current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) Certificate
  • NVCI Certificate
  • TLR Certificate

Awards

  • Recognition of Scholastic Achievement and a Commitment to Excellence.
  • Highest Mark in Peer Helping 521 & 601.
  • Highest Mark in Child Development 521.
  • Award for Students who overcame hardships and life challenges.
  • Honors for 4 years.
  • Human Services Award.

References

  • Tina Young, Rodd Crowbush, 902-393-7585
  • Hannah Povey, Support Worker, 902-916-6462

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer at Atlantic Freedom Miniseries.

Placements

  • LM Montgomery School, OJT EA, 03/11/24, 05/23/24
  • Inclusions East - Residential, OJT DSW, 10/07/25, 12/15/25
  • Inclusions East - Day Program, OJT DSW, 03/17/25, 04/25/25

Personal Information

Hobbies: Spending time outside, Working with children, Working with people with disabilities, Reading, Lifting Weights

Timeline

Direct Support Worker

Inclusions East Residential
04.2025 - Current

Direct Support Worker / 1:1

Holland College Summer Camp
07.2024 - 08.2024

Sub EA

LM Montgomery School
03.2024 - 05.2024

Support Worker - 1:1

12.2022 - 05.2023

Concierge / Banquets

Rodd Crowbush
06.2022 - 10.2024

Waitress / Prep- Cook

Wedding Catering
06.2020 - 06.2023

Dishwasher / Hostess / Waiter

Peakes Tee
09.2018 - 09.2023

Human Services Diploma -

Holland College

High School Diploma -

Morell Regional High School
Jenna Buchanan