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Kristina Buchanan Collington

Mississauga,Canada

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Personal Support WorkerPersonal Support WorkerPersonal Support WorkerPre-Board Screening OfficerAcap Agent

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site
Location: Mississauga, Canada, CAToronto, ONHamilton, ONBurlington, ONMarkham, ON
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service and a diverse skill set tailored for fast-paced environments. Extensive experience is leveraged to contribute effectively while embracing new challenges and opportunities for growth. Adaptable and open to relocation, bringing a proactive approach to problem-solving and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction and driving organizational success through innovative solutions.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Able Living Thrive Group
Burlington, ON
07.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated personal hygiene, meal service, and mobility support for six or more residents, fostering a nurturing environment.
  • Empowered individuals to achieve maximum independence through supportive guidance.
  • Enhanced living conditions through effective light housekeeping.
  • Monitored and reinforced safety measures while promoting a culture of support and inclusivity.
  • Systematically revised case notes to reflect adherence to organizational standards and best practices.
  • Conducted regular assessments of client health safety and recorded any noticeable changes in appearance.
  • Assessed situations and implemented effective crisis intervention techniques to stabilize clients.

Personal Support Worker

Comfort Keepers
Mississauga, ON
04.2021 - Current
  • Arranged and managed transportation for individuals to and from scheduled medical appointments.
  • Coordinated grooming and hygiene activities, ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Developed and maintained medication reminder protocols to ensure timely administration.
  • Implemented tailored support strategies for individuals facing dementia, Alzheimer's, and other disabilities, ensuring their needs were met effectively.
  • Cultivated a supportive environment by delivering uplifting reminders of important life milestones and ensuring attentive companionship.
  • Tracked and reported shifts in client behavior to support targeted marketing initiatives.

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore HealthCare
Mississauga
03.2024 - 07.2025
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, and household chores.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.

Pre-Board Screening Officer

Garda Security
Toronto, ON
10.2016 - 02.2024
  • Processing passengers, airport staff and their baggage into the secured area of the airport;
  • Operating and examining high tech screening devices (i.e.: x.ray, full-body scanner, metal detectors) and/or manually conducting physical searches of persons and baggage;
  • Prepare and submit summaries and reports analyzing findings, incidents and actions taken via pre-established communication channels and electronic databases/systems as required
  • Effective collaboration with various law enforcement agencies
  • Strict adherence to standard operating procedures, aviation regulations, and applicable legislation at all times
  • Search vehicles and employees to ensure a safe and secure environment for traveling passengers

Acap Agent

TORONTO GROUND AIRPORT SERVICES
Mississauga, ON
05.2012 - 10.2016
  • Greeted passengers with courtesy and answered questions/concerns in order to meet their needs
  • Provided assistance and excellent customer service to passengers especially passengers in need of assistance
  • Assistance with a wheelchair by performing assembling and forwarding passengers to desired lounge or straight to departing flight gates
  • Information passengers of terminal facilities and assistance to and from as needed

Personal Support Worker

The Annex Retirement Residency
Toronto, ON
09.2009 - 03.2011
  • Supported clients with their ADL’s such as bathing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene
  • Observe and reported to supervisor of any physical/behaviour changes in residents
  • Maintained body alignment when lifting, turning and transferring residents
  • Ensure safe lifting and transportation of residents at all times by following procedures
  • Motivated residents to maintain the independence and assisted with feeding routines

Education

Personal Support Worker - Diploma

Everest College
Toronto, ON
08-2009

High school diploma or GED - undefined

James Cardinal McGuigan
North York, ON
06-2005

Skills

  • Mobility aid provision
  • Cognitive care expertise
  • Facilitation of hygiene practices
  • Compassionate guidance

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • Standard First Aid and CPR May 2024 to May 2027
  • BLS Certification May 2024 to May 2026

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Able Living Thrive Group
07.2025 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore HealthCare
03.2024 - 07.2025

Personal Support Worker

Comfort Keepers
04.2021 - Current

Pre-Board Screening Officer

Garda Security
10.2016 - 02.2024

Acap Agent

TORONTO GROUND AIRPORT SERVICES
05.2012 - 10.2016

Personal Support Worker

The Annex Retirement Residency
09.2009 - 03.2011

High school diploma or GED - undefined

James Cardinal McGuigan

Personal Support Worker - Diploma

Everest College

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