Oliver Buenaventura
Oshawa,Ontario
Summary
Experienced Personal Support Worker prepared for role in personal assistance. Skilled in providing compassionate care, managing daily tasks, and ensuring clients' well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable and capable of responding to changing needs, with expertise in communication, problem-solving, and empathy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Whitby, ON
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance client comfort and independence.
- Supported clients in personal hygiene routines, promoting dignity and well-being.
- Observed and reported changes in clients' health conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Documented care provided accurately, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Personal Support Worker
ParaMed Home Health Care
Whitby, ON
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
Personal Support Worker
Lumacare
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
Education
College Diploma Program - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa04-2026
College Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Medix College
Toronto, ON12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation
Philippines03-2001
Skills
- Personal safety awareness
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong written communication
- Client advocacy
- Crisis management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Cultural sensitivity
- Compassionate care
Languages
English
Professional Working
Tagalog
Professional Working
Certification
· National Association of Career Colleges (2015)
· Alzheimer’s & Dementia Training (2016)
· Parkinson’s Training (2016)
· Food Handlers Training (2016)
· CPR – AED Level C (Valid until July 2027)
· Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) (Valid until June 2016)
· Worker Health & Safety Awareness Training – Lumacare (2015)
· WHMIS, Bill 168, IODA IASR & Customer Service Training – Lumacare (2015)
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
05.2021 - 12.2022
Personal Support Worker
ParaMed Home Health Care
04.2020 - 05.2021
Personal Support Worker
Lumacare
12.2015 - 12.2018
College Diploma Program - Practical Nursing
Durham College
College Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Medix College
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation