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MARIAM OLASUNKANMI

Regina,SK

Summary

Diligent Care Worker with proven ability to provide compassionate and attentive care to autistic and disabled children, runaway, homeless youths and residents. Adept at assisting with daily living activities and creating safe, supportive environment. Demonstrated expertise in medication management and developing personalized care plans. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Support Worker

Neighbourhood Home Care Services
01.2025 - Current
  • Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
  • Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
  • Improved communication among youth through group discussions, role-play activities, and team-building exercises.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.

Personal Care Worker

ST. THOMAS NURSING HOME
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.
  • Provided compassionate companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor client progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Ensured timely administration of medications, adhering to prescribed schedules and dosages.
  • Maintained accurate records of client information, including medical history, appointments, and daily activities.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.

Private Child Caregiver( Physical Disability)

St. John Special Child Care
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Supported mobility and physical therapy exercises, using specialized equipment and techniques to promote client independence and physical well-being.
  • Provided comprehensive care for a youth with complex physical disabilities, ensuring all daily needs were met with sensitivity and professionalism.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting while maintaining client dignity and privacy.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

In-Home Child Caregiver

St. Maris Care Services
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Administered medication as needed per parental instructions while documenting dosage details accurately for reference purposes when required.
  • Provided essential care for infants, including feeding, diapering, bathing, and soothing to ensure their comfort and wellbeing.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for infants to explore freely while minimizing risks of injury or illness.
  • Promoted early literacy skills with regular reading sessions, engaging infants in interactive stories and language exposure.
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and daily routines.

Education

Grade 12

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Emotional support
  • Elderly care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Child development
  • Medication administration
  • First aid and safety
  • Active listening
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Toileting assistance
  • Disability support
  • Youth supervision
  • Case management
  • Grooming assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Mental Health support
  • Recreational activities
  • Mobility assistance

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

PERSONAL CARE WORKER

St. John Ambulance, Regina, Sk.

FIRST AID/CPR & AED

St. Mark James Training, Regina, Sk.

BLS/CPR HCP & AED

St. Mark James Training, Regina, Sk.

FOOD SAFETY

NALOXONE 101 COURSE

FOOD ALLERGEN AWARENESS

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

WHMIS

Timeline

Youth Support Worker

Neighbourhood Home Care Services
01.2025 - Current

Personal Care Worker

ST. THOMAS NURSING HOME
04.2024 - 01.2025

Private Child Caregiver( Physical Disability)

St. John Special Child Care
08.2022 - 04.2024

In-Home Child Caregiver

St. Maris Care Services
01.2021 - 12.2023

Grade 12

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