Mary Kangethe
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Accomplished Support Worker with a proven track record at Dundas Shelter, adept in Harm Reduction Training and offering exceptional emotional support. Demonstrated success in enhancing tenant well-being, fostering independence in Alzheimer Society Peel Day Program clients, and improving lives at Jimmia Women Rescue Centre. Skilled in managing stress and mental health disorders, committed to impactful outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker Volunteer
Dundas Shelter
Mississauga, ON
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Participated in tenant intake at the resident
- Identified challenges that faced tenants like refilling resources
- Ensured basic needs of tenants were met by working closely with them on a regular basis
- completed required paperwork
- assisted volunteers on site to help them gain valuable experience on the job
- complied with health and safety standards at all times in the workplace
Personal Support Worker
Alzheimer Society Peel Day Program
Mississauga, ON
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
Residential Support Worker
Jimmia Women Rescue Centre
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided support to homeless adult women facing various barriers
- Accepted refferals and shared information and resources with residents to help better their lives
- Referred residents to a variety of communituly services like food banks
- Proided assiatance to new employees by sharing information and training
- Completed required records and maintained statistical data
Support Worker
Imani Children's Home
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained high quality of care and support which helped meet the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needa of children
- Established positive relationships with young people and offering them positive regards
- Helped young people gain self control by challenging unacceptable behaviour.
- Provided advise, assistance on a 1:1 basis to enable them address past and present difficulties.
- Provided emotional support in difficult times
- Supported young people in their education and extracurricular activities by helping out with homework
Education
Naloxine Training -
Towards The Heart
09.2024
Emergency First Aid With CPR C & AED -
Paragon
05.2024
Engaging People Who Use Drugs -
OHRN
02.2024
Highschool Diploma -
Kambui Girls High School
11.2016
Skills
- Familiarity with addiction
- Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders
- Harm Reduction Training
- Ability to manage stress
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Criminal Record Clearance- Vulnerable Sector Check
- TB Two Step Skin Test
Timeline
Support Worker Volunteer
Dundas Shelter
06.2024 - 09.2024
Personal Support Worker
Alzheimer Society Peel Day Program
03.2024 - 06.2024
Residential Support Worker
Jimmia Women Rescue Centre
03.2023 - 12.2023
Support Worker
Imani Children's Home
08.2022 - 02.2023
Naloxine Training -
Towards The Heart
Emergency First Aid With CPR C & AED -
Paragon
Engaging People Who Use Drugs -
OHRN
Highschool Diploma -
Kambui Girls High School
- Criminal Record Clearance- Vulnerable Sector Check
- TB Two Step Skin Test