Laura Babcock
Elgin,ON
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Community Living Kingston
06.2010 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans are followed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care provided.
- Supported clients in social interactions to enhance communication skills and reduce isolation.
- Provided personalized care and support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
Grocery Assistant
Formal IGA
09.2005 - 06.2010
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring shelves remained stocked and organized.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service and resolve inquiries efficiently.
- Implemented product placement strategies to optimize store layout and increase visibility.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for customer engagement.
- Developed promotional displays to highlight seasonal products, boosting sales during peak periods.
- Monitored expiration dates on perishable items, minimizing waste through timely removal of unsellable stock.
School Bus Driver
Watson Bus Line
09.1995 - 06.2010
- Ensured student safety through adherence to established bus operating protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections for vehicle maintenance compliance and safety standards.
- Delivered timely transportation services, optimizing routes for efficiency and punctuality.
- Managed student behavior on bus, fostering a respectful and safe environment during transit.
- Ensured safe and timely transportation of students to and from school.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
- Implemented effective communication with parents, staff, and transportation authorities.
- Managed emergency situations with composure, prioritizing student safety.
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance clients' daily living experiences. Track record of fostering safe and supportive environment through empathy and adaptability. Support professional with focus on providing compassionate care and effective assistance to individuals in need. Background in helping clients with daily activities and emotional support, fostering safe and comfortable environment. Reliable team player with strong communication skills and adaptability to changing situations.
Skills
Daily living support
Housekeeping tasks
Health and safety awareness
Confidentiality and privacy
Emotional support
Daily living assistance
Timeline
Support Worker
Community Living Kingston
06.2010 - Current
Grocery Assistant
Formal IGA
09.2005 - 06.2010
School Bus Driver
Watson Bus Line
09.1995 - 06.2010