Jocelyn Giggs
Fort Saskatchewan,AB
Summary
Dedicated Home Support Worker with a proven track record at Jason Gon, enhancing client well-being through personalized care plans and effective medication management. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, I excel in fostering trust and communication while ensuring safety and comfort. Proficient in patient care and documentation, I strive to improve clients' quality of life.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Support Worker
Jason Gon
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Developed personalized care plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Coordinated medication management and monitored adherence to schedules.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, enhancing client well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care activities.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients, establishing rapport and open communication.
- Managed household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping to maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times by actively listening and empathizing with clients'' experiences.
- Improved independence and quality of life for clients through assistance with daily living tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported health concerns to healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
- Facilitated medication administration according to prescribed schedules and doses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues and maintaining open lines of communication within the caregiving team.
Accountant
Alberta School Division
Edmonton, AB
05.2010 - 06.2021
- Managed reconciliations of financial accounts, ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented budgetary controls, improving financial oversight across departmental expenditures.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround time for monthly reports.
- Led audits of financial statements, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures to enhance accuracy.
- Conducted training sessions on new accounting software, facilitating smooth transitions within the finance department.
- Analyzed financial data trends to inform strategic decision-making and contribute to long-term fiscal strategies.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
Education
Diploma - Medical Office Assistant
CDI College
Edmonton, AB01-2023
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Adaptable to change
- Progress documentation
- Respect for privacy
- Client documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
- First aid and safety
- First aid and CPR
- Housekeeping
- Medical charting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Support Worker
Jason Gon
09.2023 - 12.2025
Accountant
Alberta School Division
05.2010 - 06.2021
Diploma - Medical Office Assistant
CDI College