Lisa Paton
Summary
Hard working and reliable individual with a passion for providing companionship and assisting people in need, looking for an opportunity to use my skills and gain further experience in a positive and supportive environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
The Hamlets
02.2023 - Current
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made beds to keep client's bedroom clean.
NOON HOUR SUPERVISOR
SD79
01.2020 - Current
- Work as a noon hour supervisor for SD79 monitoring student's during their lunch hour to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Use positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in students.
Bartender
Royal Canadian Legion
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked at the Chemainus branch as a bartender.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Good Timed Karaoke
Self Employed
01.2003 - 01.2018
- Owned and ran a successful canned music/ karaoke business for 15 years.
Server & Bartender
Smitty’s
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Server
Lowe’s Garden
03.1998 - 05.2010
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Education
Cowichan Secondary School
Duncan, BC01.1984
Skills
- Social Support
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Patient advocacy
- Dependable and Responsible
- Respectful and Compassionate
References
- Susan Sherstone, The Hamlets, (250)-668-4631
- Heather Morris, The Hamlets, (250)-815-0209
- Krista James, The Hamlets, (250)-710-5074
- Claire Whitney, SD79, (250)-746-6168
- Colin Murphy, Legion, (250)-246-3133
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
The Hamlets
02.2023 - Current
Bartender
Royal Canadian Legion
08.2021 - 03.2022
NOON HOUR SUPERVISOR
SD79
01.2020 - Current
Server & Bartender
Smitty’s
01.2010 - 05.2012
Good Timed Karaoke
Self Employed
01.2003 - 01.2018
Server
Lowe’s Garden
03.1998 - 05.2010
Cowichan Secondary School
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