Maria Vidinha
Maple Ridge,BC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Addictions and Community Health Professional, committed to improve lives of people with substance dependence and individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in developing and creating support planning that promotes independence and self-growth. Proven success in crisis intervention, harm reduction and goal-orientated approaches. Knowledgeable about Neurodiverse needs, barriers and challenges with the skill of mentoring neurodivergent individuals to self-advocacy. Proficient in evidence-based treatment approaches with strong intercultural competence
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Administrative Assistant
SM. Painting / Fine Fresh Kitchens
07.2014 - Current
- Executed clerical and general office duties, such as setting up filling systems, data entry, typing, copying, ordering office supplies, and other administrative tasks for special projects as requested
- Prepared forms such as purchase orders, service agreements and subcontracts
- Answered incoming phone calls and responded to emails in a professional manner
- Acted as a point of contact for vendors, construction teams and subcontractors
- Kept the project organized and on budget.
Care Assistant
Qualicare Home Care Tri-cities
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided professional and wholehearted care to clients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease
- Assisted with personal care including bathing, hygiene and dressing
- Aided with exercises and empowered clients to try new activities and routines
- Followed up a custom care plan for every client and followed up with care coordinator with any updates or changes on client’s physical and mental health
- Performed housekeeping and used my strong organization skills to maintain a clean and safe living space
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines and different cultures
- Assisted clients with ambulation and transportation to doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, shopping and outings
- Maintained a medication schedule and ensuring clients take medicines on time
- Supported clients with their emotional and physical distress with compassion, empathy and active listening
- Performed First Aid and Emergency care during critical situations.
Live-in Care assistant
Independent contractor
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Advocated for the unique challenges of my client with spinal cord injury
- Assisted with transfers, modified home environment for accessibility and addressing equipment needs
- Tailored to the client's needs, such as Hoyer lifts, shower chairs and other adaptive equipment
- Coordinated follow-up appointments and prescription medication management
- Ensured client’s safety and well-being, maintaining a cleaned and sanitized environment
- Assisted client with grooming, dressing, self-feeding, also with morning and bedtime routines
- Provided client with bowel and bladder management
- Planned social and recreational activities, ensuring that the client live their life at the fullest
- Provided companionship, from making time for activities to just chatting over coffee.
Education
Addictions and Community Health Professional Diploma, Psychology of addiction, Addiction Fundamentals, Ethics, Family dynamics, Group facilitation concepts, High risk populations, Interviewing and Counselling skills, Pharmacology of Addiction, Psychology of Addiction, Intake and Treatment planning, Relapse Prevention and Intervention -
Sundance College
Calgary, AlbertaSkills
- Community Outreach
- Social integration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Strategic Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Stress Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
CPR & First Aid
Food Safe
Timeline
Care Assistant
Qualicare Home Care Tri-cities
02.2023 - 09.2023
Live-in Care assistant
Independent contractor
03.2020 - 10.2021
Construction Administrative Assistant
SM. Painting / Fine Fresh Kitchens
07.2014 - Current
Addictions and Community Health Professional Diploma, Psychology of addiction, Addiction Fundamentals, Ethics, Family dynamics, Group facilitation concepts, High risk populations, Interviewing and Counselling skills, Pharmacology of Addiction, Psychology of Addiction, Intake and Treatment planning, Relapse Prevention and Intervention -
Sundance College
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