Maame Korantemah Manu-Boafo
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Compassionate and skilled support worker with hands-on experience in child and elderly care, seeking to bring my dedication and expertise to a Personal Support Worker role. Proven ability to provide high-quality, individualized care in both private and residential settings, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experienced in daily care routines, meal preparation, and assisting with personal hygiene. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of support, ensuring a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Cataraqui Heights Retirement Residence
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked as part of a team of three to provide daily care to multiple residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted residents with their morning routines, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and preparing them for the day.
- Helped residents with mealtimes, including serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and providing feeding assistance to those who needed it.
- Supported residents with their toileting needs, including assisting with bowel movements and changing briefs to maintain hygiene and comfort.
- Provided nightly care, preparing residents for bed and ensuring they were comfortable and settled for the night.
- Changed catheters as needed, ensuring proper procedures and hygiene were maintained.
- Recorded all care activities and observations in the care tracker, ensuring accurate and detailed documentation of each resident's day.
Private Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Helped with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and feeding infants and children, as well as preparing bottles and changing diapers.
- Made healthy meals and snacks for the children, considering their needs and preferences in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Planned fun and educational activities like games, crafts, and reading to help children learn and grow.
- Followed the children's daily routines, including meal and nap times, as set by the parents.
- Taught children about personal hygiene to encourage good habits.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to establish trust, open communication lines, and support their parenting goals.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with written instructions.
- Monitored behavior of 3 children between 8 and 12 years of age.
Education
DIGITAL MARKETING -
ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE
09.2024
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER -
MOHAWK COLLEGE
07.2022
B.A MARKETING and PSYCHOLOGY -
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
01.2021
Skills
- Confidentiality
- Compassion and Empathy
- Physical Stamina
- Emotional Resilience
- Basic Medical Knowledge
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Strong Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Personal Care Skills
- Patience
- Medical Documentation
- Transfer Techniques
Certification
- Standard First Aid and Emergency CPR Certification
- CareRx Certificate
- Driver's License
- Work Health and Safety Awareness Certificate
- Patient Transfers Hoyer Lift Certificate ( RehabMart)
Volunteer Experience
Ghana Red Cross Society, Member, 08/08/2014, 11/11/2022,
- Engaged in community outreach programs, providing essential care and support to vulnerable populations, including elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.
- Participated in first aid training sessions, acquiring knowledge and skills in emergency response and patient care.
- Assisted in organizing health awareness campaigns, reaching over 120 community members, and promoting preventive healthcare practices. Collaborated with team members to provide 40 hours per month of direct assistance to individuals in need, including administering basic medical aid and offering emotional support.
- Demonstrated empathy and compassion in all interactions, fostering a positive and caring environment conducive to the well-being of individuals under our care.
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Cataraqui Heights Retirement Residence
02.2024 - 08.2024
Private Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
10.2023 - 02.2024
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER -
MOHAWK COLLEGE
B.A MARKETING and PSYCHOLOGY -
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
- Standard First Aid and Emergency CPR Certification
- CareRx Certificate
- Driver's License
- Work Health and Safety Awareness Certificate
- Patient Transfers Hoyer Lift Certificate ( RehabMart)
DIGITAL MARKETING -
ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE
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