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Sandra White

Cornwall,ON

Summary

Personable and empathetic, with genuine passion for helping others achieve emotional well-being. Possesses foundational understanding in psychological principles and effective communication techniques, with focus on active listening and problem-solving. Committed to fostering positive change and providing support to individuals in need.

Work History

Counselor/PSW

Place Aime
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Personal Support Worker

Canadian Red Cross


  • Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.

Counselor/PSW

Open Hands
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.

Education

College Diploma - Social Service Worker

St. Lawrence College.
Cornwall, ON
04-1999

College Diploma - Teaching Assistant

St. Lawrence College
Cornwall, ON
04-1998

Skills

  • Building rapport
  • Client advocacy
  • Client records management
  • Care planning
  • Social work
  • Learning disability awareness
  • Behavior modification
  • Daily living activities educator
  • Self-care strategies
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Crisis response

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Counselor/PSW

Place Aime

Personal Support Worker

Canadian Red Cross

Counselor/PSW

Open Hands

College Diploma - Social Service Worker

St. Lawrence College.

College Diploma - Teaching Assistant

St. Lawrence College

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