Summary
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Work History
Education
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Samantha Walsh

Torbay

Summary

Professional with strong experience in providing essential home support. Known for reliability and adaptability, ensuring seamless transitions with changing needs. Skilled in personal care, household management, and emotional support. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving impactful results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Support Worker

Private Home Care (Kennedy Family)
12.2024 - 03.2025


  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues, ensuring safe transfers and ambulation around the home.
  • Managed household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping to maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, changes in condition, and communication with healthcare providers for continuity of care purposes.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

Home Support Worker

Coombs Compassionate Home Care
05.2020 - 11.2024
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients, establishing rapport and open communication.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times by actively listening and empathizing with clients'' experiences.
  • Facilitated medication administration according to prescribed schedules and doses.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

PCA \ Med Staff

Meadow Creek Retirement Centre
06.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
  • Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Part Time Cleaner

Heather & Huberts Cleaning
02.2018 - 12.2019
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
  • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
  • Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.

Cleaner (supervisor for 8 Months)

GDI Services
02.2014 - 03.2019
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient cleaning methods and time management strategies.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality service by conducting regular inspections of completed work areas.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to develop best practices and share knowledge across teams for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Reduced employee turnover through effective training, mentoring, and performance evaluations of cleaning staff.
  • Optimized inventory management, reducing waste and lowering supply costs without compromising quality or efficiency.

Education

Apprentice Welder -

CNA
01-2011

Level III -

Laval High School
01-2009

Skills

  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Adaptable to change
  • First aid and CPR
  • Decision-making
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management

Timeline

Home Support Worker

Private Home Care (Kennedy Family)
12.2024 - 03.2025

Home Support Worker

Coombs Compassionate Home Care
05.2020 - 11.2024

PCA \ Med Staff

Meadow Creek Retirement Centre
06.2019 - 05.2020

Part Time Cleaner

Heather & Huberts Cleaning
02.2018 - 12.2019

Cleaner (supervisor for 8 Months)

GDI Services
02.2014 - 03.2019

Apprentice Welder -

CNA

Level III -

Laval High School
Samantha Walsh