Blessing Lawal
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. Motivated professional trained in mobility assistance, personal hygiene support, and housekeeping. Monitors medical conditions and works with healthcare providers to optimize care. Focuses on comfort and emotional support and meets physical needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shelter Aide
Prokare Support Services Inc.
Toronto, ON
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided emotional support for individuals during times of hardship or stress.
- Monitored client behavior to ensure a safe environment.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits and services provided.
- Provided referrals to community programs such as job training and mental health services.
- Conducted intakes for new clients, verifying personal information and assessing needs.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and appropriately.
Patient Care Volunteer
Kokum Foundation
Lagos, Nigeria
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Organized recreational activities such as reading books, playing cards and board games.
- Maintained patient safety by following infection control protocols at all times.
- Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or unusual occurrences to medical staff.
- Demonstrated compassion towards all individuals while promoting a positive atmosphere among residents.
- Performed clerical tasks related to patient care such as filing paperwork and organizing medical records.
- Administered medications under supervision of nursing staff including oral medications, topical creams and ointments, injections .
Caregiver
Elderly Home Care Service
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Education
College Certificate - Business Analytics
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON08-2024
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
City Adult Learning Centre
Toronto, ON06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Crescent University
Ogun State, Nigeria10-2020
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Team building
- Google Drive
- Networking
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Directed
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Planning
- Time Management
- Quality Assurance
- Communication
- Data Entry
- Analytical
- Remote Office Availability
Certification
- Certificate in Personal Support Worker
Timeline
Shelter Aide
Prokare Support Services Inc.
12.2023 - 04.2024
Patient Care Volunteer
Kokum Foundation
07.2021 - 05.2023
Caregiver
Elderly Home Care Service
02.2020 - 05.2021
College Certificate - Business Analytics
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
City Adult Learning Centre
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Crescent University
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