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Julie Dorey

Granville Beach,NS

Summary

~ Most of my adult life I have enjoyed working as a personal care worker/ Resident support worker and a general cleaner while doing a few odd jobs along the way. I'm not limited as to what I can do I have a several skills which expand my employment opportunities.

ODD JOBS Include wreath making, tree shearing, blue berry picking for the lunenburg winery and babysitting.

~ I currently do not have an updated WHIMIS certificate but willing to obtain promptly.

~I strive to achieve a good sense of accomplishment while contributing to the success of your company.

~Thank you for taking the time to read my resume I look forward to our future communication.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Support Worker

Rosedale Home for Special Care
New Germany, NS
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
  • Facilitated communication between residents and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans.
  • Implemented recreational activities to enhance social interaction and mental engagement among residents.
  • Monitored resident behavior and reported changes to support effective interventions and adjustments in care.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize service delivery and improve overall resident satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular audits and staff training sessions.
  • Improved resident well-being by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for residents through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Maintained detailed records of resident progress, incidents, and daily activities, facilitating communication between team members and family members as needed.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of resident support work, continuously improving personal effectiveness and care delivery.
  • Encouraged social interaction among residents by organizing group activities, crafts and game time.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating appropriate interventions for residents experiencing physical or behavioral health issues.
  • Established trusting relationships with residents by consistently demonstrating empathy, patience, and genuine concern for their overall wellbeing.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable living environment by conducting regular safety checks and promptly addressing any hazards or concerns.
  • Monitored nutrition and meal planning for residents with special dietary needs or restrictions, ensuring balanced meals that accommodated specific preferences or requirements.
  • Provided emotional support to residents during challenging times, fostering resilience and promoting mental health wellness.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between residents, families, and staff by acting as a liaison when necessary to resolve concerns or answer questions about care plans.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.

Head Housekeeper

Windhorse Farms Ltd
Wentzell Lake, N.s
05.2018 - 01.2022
  • Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions for hand-washing and dry cleaning.
  • Completed schedules, shift reports and other business documentation.
  • Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
  • Drove improvements to workflow and room turnover with hands-on, proactive management style.
  • Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
  • Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
  • Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying and ironing.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
  • Performed spot-cleaning on furniture stains.
  • Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Polished glass surfaces and windows.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
  • Picked up trash from parking lot and garden areas to keep those areas free of debris.

Housekeeping Room Attendant

Oak Island Resort & Conference Center
Western Shore, NS
04.2017 - 12.2020
  • Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies and requested guest supplies.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Replaced used towels and other bathroom amenities such as shampoo, paper towels and soap.
  • Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
  • Sanitized all kitchen surfaces, wiped down cabinets and swept and mopped floors
  • Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions for hand-washing and dry cleaning.
  • Operated wet-vacuums, buffing machines, vacuums and upholstery cleaners to clean rugs, carpets and upholstered furniture.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
  • Slid beds, sofas and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Delivered and retrieved items on loan to guests such as ironing boards, cots and irons.

Seamstress

Carolyn Henderson Creative Sewing
Bridgewater N.S
08.2013 - 09.2014
  • Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled and sewed to create wearable garment.
  • Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
  • Determined appropriate repair solution based on garment damage to employ proper tools or equipment.
  • Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
  • Altered and hemmed various types of garments to create custom-fitted styles.

Personal Care Assistant

Care Choices Inc
Bridgewater, NS
12.2011 - 05.2013
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
  • Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.

Personal Care Worker

We Care Home Health Services
Halifax N.S
09.2005 - 10.2011
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

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  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.

Customer Service Representative

Teletech
Halifax N.S
09.2004 - 07.2005

supervisor/cashier

The Great Canadian Dollar Store
Upper Tantallon , N.s
02.2000 - 08.2003
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
  • Daily bank deposits.
  • Opening and closing the business.
  • Inventory calculation.

Telemarketer

The Cronicle Herald and Mail Star
halifax N.S
06.1994 - 09.1996

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Sir John A Macdonald High School
Five Islands N.S
1996

Skills

    ~Performing daily activities which include assisting clients with personal hygiene, exercise, Nutritious meals, daily home making chores and ensuring the emotional and physical comforts if my clients are met

    ~Personal care worker duties include skin care, hair care, mouth care, bathing, bowel and bladder care, positioning, healthy diet, meal prep, medication reminders, assisting to appointments and housekeeping

    ~Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills facilitate successful interaction with people and business associates from diverse ages, cultures, professions and socioeconomic levels

    ~ Many volunteer positions which include serving free suppers to the homeless and also a junior firefighter for many years with Bay Road Fire Department

    ~Accurate, dependable and dedicated to doing the best possible job, honest, on-time, reliable, friendly, outgoing, easily adapts to new environments and changing priorities and also a fast learner

    ~ More than two years in sales and marketing experience

    ~ More than 15 years home care experience

    ~ More than 5 years housekeeping and cleaning services

    ~I have farming skills as well as vegetable gardens, taking care of livestock, goats, chickens and pigs

    ~ I was blessed to also have experience in long term care facility

Timeline

Resident Support Worker

Rosedale Home for Special Care
01.2022 - 10.2022

Head Housekeeper

Windhorse Farms Ltd
05.2018 - 01.2022

Housekeeping Room Attendant

Oak Island Resort & Conference Center
04.2017 - 12.2020

Seamstress

Carolyn Henderson Creative Sewing
08.2013 - 09.2014

Personal Care Assistant

Care Choices Inc
12.2011 - 05.2013

Personal Care Worker

We Care Home Health Services
09.2005 - 10.2011

Customer Service Representative

Teletech
09.2004 - 07.2005

supervisor/cashier

The Great Canadian Dollar Store
02.2000 - 08.2003

Telemarketer

The Cronicle Herald and Mail Star
06.1994 - 09.1996

High School Diploma - undefined

Sir John A Macdonald High School
Julie Dorey