KOLAWOLE AKINTOLA

I am a determined dynamic professional with a good experience as a DSW. I am seeking a position with a Healthcare Facility on a full-time or part-time

• Salvation Army, London, ON, 01/01/21, 12/31/21
• Kipling Acres, Toronto, ON, 01/01/19, 12/31/19
• London Food Bank, 03/01/21, 12/31/21
• First Global Networking, Lagos, Nigeria, 01/01/19, 12/31/19, Welcomed clients at the store, Attended to clients’ inquiries, Handled complaints with efficient solutions, Assisted clients with their return items

• Personal Care and Assistance, Assisting with daily activities: Help individuals with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating., Mobility support: Assist with transferring from one location to another, using mobility aids, or helping individuals move around their homes or outside environments., Health and hygiene: Support with maintaining personal hygiene, including toilet assistance and changing incontinence products.
• Supporting Independent Living, Meal preparation: Assist with meal planning, cooking, and eating, ensuring the individual has access to nutritious food., Household tasks: Help with household chores like cleaning, laundry, and organizing., Money management: Assist in budgeting, paying bills, and managing finances, if required.
• Medical and Health Support, Administering medications: Ensure the correct medication is taken on time, and assist with health management as per instructions from healthcare professionals., Monitoring health: Track vital signs or symptoms and alert healthcare professionals if there are concerns., Supporting appointments: Take individuals to medical or therapy appointments, and assist with communication between the individual and health professionals.
• Social and Emotional Support, Encouraging social interaction: Facilitate social activities, encourage participation in community events, and help maintain relationships with family and friends., Providing emotional support: Offer companionship and help the individual manage emotional or psychological challenges, such as anxiety or depression., Promoting self-esteem: Empower individuals by encouraging independence and involvement in decision-making.
• Safety and Wellbeing, Ensuring safety: Monitor the environment to ensure it is safe, including preventing accidents and helping avoid risky situations., Emergency response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies, including knowing first aid and CPR, and acting quickly if the individual’s health or safety is at risk.
• Transport and Community Access, Facilitating transportation: Help individuals travel to and from appointments, work, or recreational activities., Accessing community services: Assist in accessing community programs, social events, and local resources like libraries, shopping, or leisure activities.
• Advocacy and Support, Advocating for rights: Support individuals in asserting their rights and ensuring they have access to the services and benefits they are entitled to., Empowering decision-making: Encourage and support individuals in making choices and decisions about their own lives, promoting autonomy.
• Record Keeping and Reporting, Documenting progress: Keep accurate records of the individual’s progress, health status, incidents, and any changes in their needs., Reporting concerns: Communicate with healthcare providers, families, or other team members if there are any concerns about the individual's well-being.
• Collaboration and Teamwork, Working with a team: Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social workers, family members, and other support staff to create and implement a care plan., Supporting skill development: Help individuals develop life skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and personal hygiene.