Leah Gordon
Port Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Dedicated professional with a history at Younghusband Resources Ltd, showcasing a blend of compassion and effective crisis management. Excelled in fostering independence and community inclusion, significantly enhancing client satisfaction. Skilled in program planning and holding a Class 4 driver's license, I bring a unique mix of empathy and logistical capabilities to any supportive role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Volunteer
Union Gospel Mission
601 E Hastings Vancouver BC
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitized workspace, following strict hygiene guidelines to ensure food safety.
- Fostered a sense of community amongst patrons through friendly and respectful interactions during meal service,
- Developed strong communication skills while collaborating closely with diverse team members on daily tasks.
Home Share Provider
Strive Living Society
816 Roderick Ave Coquitlam Bc
09.2006 - Current
- Provides a safe. supportive, clean and health home.
- Facilitates for family and friends to visit in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Encourages independence while providing needed supports with dignity and respect.
- Facilitates medical appointments, keeps records and reports information to case manager and POA
- Assists with daily living, promotes community inclusion,assists with setting an action plan while out in the community and fosters a trusting relationship to understand the needs and goals for success
Community Support Worker
Younghusband Resources Ltd
11767 225 St Maple Ridge
04.1998 - Current
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Community Inclusion, Organized recreational activities that fostered positive social interactions and improved overall client satisfaction
- Employment specialist,developing a resume, collaborating with employer and person served to set a successful working environment to secure a sustainable and meaningful paid or volunteer position, including access to training and education.
- Residential support ,assisting with personal care with respect and dignity, allowing for independence while recognizing where assistance is needed. Planning and executing meaningful activities for individual . Promoting family involvement and fostering all relationships. Facilitating medical appointments,dispensing and documenting medication, collaborating with other services to deliver upstanding care
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques for resolving conflicts or challenges faced by clients in their daily lives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary School
North Vancouver BC06.1989
Early Childhood Education
Capilano College
North Vancouver, None05.1991
Skills
- Class 4 drivers license
- Effective Crisis Management
- CPR and first Aid certification
- Opiod poisoning and naloxone administration training
- MANDT training
- Medication Administration Certification
- Food safe
- Open Book Learning
- Adheres to Instructions
- Self-Motivated Professional
- Compassion and empathy
- Adventurous
- Individualized support
- Experienced in diverted program planning
Timeline
Kitchen Volunteer
Union Gospel Mission
10.2023 - Current
Home Share Provider
Strive Living Society
09.2006 - Current
Community Support Worker
Younghusband Resources Ltd
04.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary School
Early Childhood Education
Capilano College