Participate in the development, planning, implementation, facilitation and evaluation of individual behaviour management plans and plans of care
Participate in and conduct behavioural assessments
Implement and document specific behavioral interventions for residents with cognitive impairments, developmental disabilities, addictions and mental illness
Monitor and evaluate care
Provide hands on assistance with the provision of care
Coaches other direct care staff in long term care home
Collaborate with External Behavioral Support Ontario
Request the ordering of PPE, speciality clothing for residents and resident centered equipment to support interventions
Collaborate with Internal and External Medical Professionals and Supports such as Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Psychiatrists and Physiotherapists
Updates and monitors behavior tracking forms
Assist in the leading/supports BSO quality improvement initiatives
Lead education and knowledge transfer to all staff on preventative behaviour management
Develop opportunities for residents to restore skills to support success in a long term care environment
Participate in weekly resident care conferences
Participate in multidisciplinary teams with a resident centered approach (musical therapy, chaplin services, interaction with volunteers, participation in planned activities)
Working knowledge of Microsoft windows, the Internet, Microsoft excel and data management software
Activation Aide
Eastholme for the Aged
Powassan, ON
01.2015 - 01.2019
Type and proofread correspondence forms and other documents relating to clients
Provide detailed information to client families
Respond to inquiries relating to client needs and care
File and retrieve documents
Working with software programs such as Microsoft Word
Leads various programs, individual and group, for seniors to meet their needs
Explain the rules of the activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels
Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups
Asset in organizing and setting up the equipment that is used in recreational activities
Provide one on one interaction to seniors
Individual Support Professional
Community Living North Bay
North Bay, ON
01.2015 - 01.2016
Type and proofread correspondence forms and other documents relating to clients
Provide detailed information to client families
Respond to inquiries relating to client needs and care
Provide support in community and individuals homes
Engaging with individuals of various ages on life skill activities as well as activities of their choosing
Activity Aide
Eastholme for the Aged
Powassan, ON
06.2013 - 09.2014
Assist in planning, organizing, and leading activities for groups of seniors
Explain the rules of the activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels
Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups
Asset in organizing and setting up the equipment that is used in recreational activities
Provide one on one interaction to seniors
Assess progress of seniors in various activities
Placement Student
Assertive Community Treatment Team
North Bay, ON
02.2015 - 04.2015
8 week placement working with individuals suffering from mental illness and addictions