MARY JOY GOMEZ-BALISADO
Abbotsford
Summary
Experienced support professional delivering compassionate care and effective assistance to individuals in need. Skilled in providing support with daily activities and offering emotional guidance, creating a safe and comfortable environment for clients. Reliable team player with excellent communication skills, adept at adapting seamlessly to changing situations. Committed to making a positive impact and enhancing the well-being of those served.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Bethesda Christian Association
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
Volunteer
Line Line Blue Bus
06.2018 - Current
- Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
- Supported efficient operations at homeless shelter, preparing meals and organizing supplies.
Registered Care Aide
The Oxford Senior Care
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Mitigated risk of falls and injury among residents through vigilant monitoring, timely intervention, and collaboration with physical therapy staff to improve ambulation skills.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights by voicing concerns or challenges faced during care provision to supervisors or other appropriate personnel.
- Promoted mobility through appropriate transfer techniques, range-of-motion exercises, and ambulation assistance when necessary.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity in their routines.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and oral hygiene assistance as needed.
HealthCare Support Worker
Oxford Senior Living Care
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Medical Office Assistant
Hub Medical Clinic
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Substance Abuse Clinic
- Interview the patient, screen urine, and prepared the chart of the patient, send the prescription to desire pharmacy, prepare the prescription, answer phone calls
- Substance Abuse Clinic
In Home Child Caregiver, Special Needs
Bosma Family
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Established positive relationships with children by engaging in interactive play sessions and offering emotional support as needed.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and bedtime rituals to maintain consistency for the children.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by childproofing the home and monitoring play areas.
- Developed strong communication with parents to keep them informed of their child''s progress and any concerns.
- Encouraged outdoor exploration through nature walks or visits to local parks while discussing environmental awareness topics relevant to their age group.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through balanced meal planning, physical activity involvement, and promoting good hygiene habits.
Medical Records Staff
Riverside Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: Philippines
- Philippines
Education
Certificate - Health Care Assistant
University of The Fraser Valley
07.2023
Certificate - Medical Office Assistant
Cambria College
06.2022
Certificate - Caregiving
01.2013
Undergraduate - Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Major in Banking and Finance
01.2001
Certificate - Graduate of Midwifery
01.1997
Skills
- Basic computer skills
- Medical Terminology skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Daily living assistance
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Active listening
Performance Skills
- Customer service skills
- Ability to handle client correspondence
- Telephone skills
- Basic computer skills
- Medical Terminology skills
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Care Aide
The Oxford Senior Care
07.2023 - 07.2024
HealthCare Support Worker
Oxford Senior Living Care
10.2022 - 07.2023
Medical Office Assistant
Hub Medical Clinic
06.2022 - 08.2022
Support Worker
Bethesda Christian Association
10.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Line Line Blue Bus
06.2018 - Current
In Home Child Caregiver, Special Needs
Bosma Family
01.2018 - 01.2022
Medical Records Staff
Riverside Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2018
Certificate - Medical Office Assistant
Cambria College
Certificate - Caregiving
Undergraduate - Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Major in Banking and Finance
Certificate - Graduate of Midwifery
Certificate - Health Care Assistant
University of The Fraser Valley
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