Peter Muthaura
Toronto
Summary
Compassionate Personal Support Worker with background in providing essential care and support to individuals in need with proven ability to assist with daily activities and foster safe and comfortable environment.
Over the years, i have demonstrated skills in resident care and effective communication. My work ethic has mainly been both fixed and yet dynamic where duty calls. As a driver, i have seen firsthand the need for earlier arrival for medical appointments thereby saving so many lives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Time Personal Support Worker
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
05.2020 - Current
- Assisted more than 50 residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted more than 50 residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Helped in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of over 30 residents as part of their careplan, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced resident comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored resident health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
Peer Support Care Worker, Simcoe County
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain client safety for upto 30 and more clients on a daily basis.
- Also drove clients on schedule to and from appointments. On the way provided intermittent emotional support and companionship to them thereby building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanor.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
Driver
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations while taking Nexim staff to work.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Safely transported Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc healthcare field staff in a timely manner to and from their shifts.
- Cleaned and maintained over 30 vehicles and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Personal Support Worker, County of Simcoe
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Assisted over 56 residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted over 56 residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted over 56 residents in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of resident care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for residents.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills while being mindful of cultural sensitivity.
- Ensured safety for residents by offering mobility support to help resident move around personal and public spaces.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in resident medical records as part of their Care Plan.
Education
College Diploma - Addictions And Mental Health
Canadian Career College
Toronto, ON07-2025
Community Service Worker(Diploma)
Canadian Business College
Toronto, ON07-2024
Personal Support Worker(Certificate)
Peak College
Toronto, ON06-2023
Skills
- Expert at managing Complex behaviors
- Crisis intervention
- Disability care
- Toileting assistance
- Fall prevention
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Behavioral management
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Social support
- Palliative care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Meal preparation
- Medication organization
- Transportation services
- Community integration
- Daily living support
Accomplishments
- Achieved great recognition by completing scheduled drives with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 70 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 50 members in the development of car tracking software for Nexim Healthcare Drivers to minimise costs amidst chaning business climates.
Languages
English
Certification
- PSW - Personal Support Worker
- Community Service Worker
- Addiction and Mental Health.
- Licensed Driver (2020-present):
- Possess a G Driver's license
Interests
- Mindfulness Practices
- Swimming
- Dancing
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
Timeline
Peer Support Care Worker, Simcoe County
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
02.2024 - 02.2025
Driver
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
01.2024 - 01.2025
Part Time Personal Support Worker
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
05.2020 - Current
Personal Support Worker, County of Simcoe
Nexim Healthcare Consultants Inc
02.2020 - 01.2024
College Diploma - Addictions And Mental Health
Canadian Career College
Community Service Worker(Diploma)
Canadian Business College
Personal Support Worker(Certificate)
Peak College