Olalekan Alonge
Ontario, ON,Canada
Summary
Experienced Support Worker with 5 years of providing support services for physically and intellectually disabled adults and children. Skilled in needs assessments, direct support delivery, and performance management. Exceptional interpersonal skills and effective time management abilities. Goal-oriented and dedicated direct care worker with a passion for positively influencing and enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. Strong organizational skills, initiative, planning, and creative problem-solving abilities. Collaborative team player with experience working with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support worker (Group home/Shelter)
Nexim Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented client' status changes to keep care plan updated
- Assisted in administration of client medication
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized environment
- Completed entries in logbooks, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report client progress
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines and referrals to offer mental health support to clients
- Updated client files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment and Planning
- Performed hourly rounds and safety checks
- Provided compassionate client care to cultivate well-being
Direct Support Professional (Group Home)
Frontline Workforce Inc.
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment and provided quality client care by adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care
- Respected the rights of the client, including the right to privacy, the right to refuse care, and the right to confidentiality
- Responded quickly and appropriately to an emergency
- Operated equipment with care and informed the manager immediately of any equipment defects
- Provided client care according to the care plan
- Assessed the effectiveness of treatment programs by tracking clients' behavioural and physical changes
- Provided direct feedback to the manager about the overall progress of the client
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene and meal preparation
- Identified and participated in performance improvement programs and action plan
- Organized transportation for doctor's appointments, outdoor activities, and errands
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Support Worker
The Salvation Army
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided regular check-ins on client, in-home, to monitor progress and deliver support services
- Collaboratively developed Individual Service Plans (ISP's) with medical, mental health, and additional support services personnel
- Accompany the individual for medical appointments, shopping trips and for walks as required
- Contributes during team meetings and reviews of Behavior Support Plan
- Provide personal care which may include bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance and assisting during mealtimes
- Encourage good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method
- Performed other related duties as apportioned, instructed or deemed appropriate in the context of my job functions
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Education
Certificate of Completion - From Understanding To Solution Action
Professional Development - Andrew Wang
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science & Risk Management
University of Lagos
Mental Health And Resilience For Healthcare Worker
University of Toronto
Toronto, ONSkills
- Energetic and compassionate Support Worker with 5 years experience in support services for physically/intellectually disabled adults/children
- Demonstrated expertise in needs assessments, direct support, and performance management
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and time management skills
- Versatile, dedicated direct care worker, hoping to positively influence and better the lives of physically/intellectually disabled persons
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including health care practitioners
- Certified in Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention - CPI
- Clean police criminal record check and G class Ontario driver's license with access to a car
- Emergency response training
- Team building
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- UMAB - Understanding and Managing Aggressive behavior
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Fire Safety
- WHMIS
- AODA - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Mask fitting (N95)
Timeline
Support worker (Group home/Shelter)
Nexim Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional (Group Home)
Frontline Workforce Inc.
08.2020 - Current
Support Worker
The Salvation Army
03.2018 - 01.2021
- First Aid/CPR
- UMAB - Understanding and Managing Aggressive behavior
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Fire Safety
- WHMIS
- AODA - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Mask fitting (N95)
Certificate of Completion - From Understanding To Solution Action
Professional Development - Andrew Wang
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science & Risk Management
University of Lagos
Mental Health And Resilience For Healthcare Worker
University of Toronto
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