Lydia Kanja
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Worker at Turning Leaf Support Services, skilled in compassionate caregiving and mental health support. Successfully enhanced client self-sufficiency through tailored care plans and effective communication. Proven ability to foster positive relationships, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for clients and families alike. First aid and CPR certified.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Worker
Turning Leaf Support Services
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments of clients'' progress, adjusting care plans as needed to promote ongoing improvement.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and personal growth.
- Maintained open lines of communication between team members, ensuring timely updates on client progress or concerns.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, progress, and incidents for thorough record-keeping purposes.
Volunteer
Extendicare Retirement Home
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Early Childhood Educator
Pangani Primary School
03.2016 - 07.2022
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Kenyatta University
Nairobi,Kenya 04-2016
High School Diploma -
Tumutumu Girls High School
Nyeri, Kenya 11-2011
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient care
- First aid and safety
- Mental health support
- Behavioral management
- First aid and CPR
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swa
Native or Bilingual
ASIST,NVIC and DIABETES training
I have done the above training to equip myself with the necessary skills to give quality care and support to our residents
Timeline
Direct Support Worker
Turning Leaf Support Services
03.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Extendicare Retirement Home
12.2023 - 03.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Pangani Primary School
03.2016 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Kenyatta University
High School Diploma -
Tumutumu Girls High School
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