Laphane Beckford
Brampton,ON
Summary
Driven by the passion for enhancing the quality of life. Reliable Personal Support Worker enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing teams. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Assistant
Partner Community Health
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Directed art therapy sessions, empowering participants to express themselves creatively while enhancing cognitive function and dexterity skills.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and events.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
Personal Support Worker
Partner Community Health
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
Babysitter
Debrica Davids
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Caring for a newborn baby girl of two weeks old to six weeks old
- Comforted and supported infants through one on one moments of basic care needs, play and communication.
- Providing daily care to infant including but not limited to diapering every two hours, feeding on demand, handwashing, napping and transitioning between activities.
- Observe child to detect signs of illness or special needs and seek medical attention if needed.
- Maintained a healthy and safe environment for the child by keeping nursery environment clean, sanitized and orderly.
- Respond quickly in a soothing and tender manner to infants cries or call of distress.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Babysitter
Debrica Davids
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Provided overnight care when required, attending to nighttime routines and any issues that arose during the night.
- Established a consistent daily routine for the child, promoting healthy habits and time management skills.
- Observed changes in behavior or health concerns promptly reporting them to parents for further evaluation.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe home environment for children under care.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs of the child.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Alpha Career College
North York, ON10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management
University of Technology Jamaica
Jamaica11-2009
High School Diploma -
Morant Bay High School
Jamaica11-2003
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Flexibility
- Healthcare documentation
- Resident support
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Compassionate Care
- Recreational Activities
Highlights of Qualification
- Personal Support Worker Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- WHMIS certified
- Up to date immunization, including TB.
- Covid 19 fully vaccinated
- Knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel & Powerpoint
Timeline
Activity Assistant
Partner Community Health
10.2024 - 10.2024
Personal Support Worker
Partner Community Health
08.2024 - 10.2024
Babysitter
Debrica Davids
11.2022 - 04.2023
Babysitter
Debrica Davids
09.2016 - 08.2019
Graduate Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Alpha Career College
Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management
University of Technology Jamaica
High School Diploma -
Morant Bay High School
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