Olayinka Okojie
North York ,ON
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with experience at Christie Garden Long Term Care, skilled in mobility assistance and dementia care. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through emotional support and engaging activities, fostering independence and dignity in daily living. Committed to delivering high-quality care and building trust-based relationships with clients.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psw
Christie Garden Long Term care
- Assisted residents with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas.
- Provided emotional support to residents, enhancing overall well-being.
- Implemented engaging activities that promoted social interaction among residents.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate personal care to residents, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
EA/psw
Drewery Secondary School
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted students with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with diverse needs, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Collaborated with educators to implement personalized care plans for optimal student well-being.
- Monitored and documented student progress, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Facilitated communication between students, families, and staff to enhance support services.
- Developed engaging activities that encouraged social interaction among students with disabilities.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Education
High School Diploma - Health Care (PSW)
Yorkdale Adult Learning Center
38,Orfus Road,11.2025
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Patient care
- Social support
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Diploma certificate in PSW,First Aid CPR,AODA certification,Food Handler certification,Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 steps certification,GPA in Dementia care certification,WHMIS certification,Mask Fit Test.
Timeline
EA/psw
Drewery Secondary School
10.2025 - 11.2025
Psw
Christie Garden Long Term care
High School Diploma - Health Care (PSW)
Yorkdale Adult Learning Center