Sheria Achiro
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Personal Support Worker dedicated to fostering resident autonomy and well-being while providing individualized care. Expertise in health observation and accurate documentation of resident progress. Communicates effectively with healthcare professionals to enhance care plans and ensure a safe, supportive environment.
Overview
5
5
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Copernicus Lodge.
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals regarding resident care plans.
- Documented resident progress and changes in health status accurately.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
Personal Support Worker
Salvation Army
Hamilton
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Assisted with medication management by reminding clients when it was time to take medications and helping them organize their medicines.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided and progress made by clients.
Education Assistant
Lucy McCormick Senior School
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported students with learning activities and individualized instruction.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Assisted with the preparation of lesson materials and activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom setup and diaper changes for students throughout the day.
Client support worker
Philpot Church
Hamilton
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Delivered compassionate support to clients, enhancing their engagement in community programs.
- Offered emotional support and guidance to clients, fostering resilience in challenging situations.
- Coordinated transportation for client appointments and community events, ensuring timely attendance and participation.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation for service delivery.
Volunteer
Yonge Street Mission
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported food distribution programs, enhancing access to nutrition for local residents in need.
- Provided assistance to individuals seeking food and shelter resources.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently distribute essential supplies, ensuring timely support for community members.
- Assisted in organizing community events that connected at-risk youth and families with vital resources.
- Organized community events to engage and support local residents.
Family Support Worker
Powerful Bold Generation
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted families in developing effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated access to community resources and services for clients.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case records.
Education
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Burnhamthorpe Adult Learning Centre
Toronto, ON01-2025
Ontario High School Diploma -
Burnhamthorpe Adult Learning Centre
Etobicoke, ON01-2024
Skills
- Support for daily living
- Perineal care assistance
- Care planning
- Health documentation
- Health and Safety compliance
- Record management
- Technology utilization
- Activity planning
- Accessibility support
- Diverse group engagement
- Team coordination
- Team collaboration
- Autonomy promotion
Certifications Trainings Licenses
- Food Handler’s Certification, Bac Off, 05/2029
- Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C, Saje Vital Signs, 05/2027
- Vulnerable Sector Check, Toronto Police Services, 01/2025
- Worker Health and Safety in 4 Steps, Government of Ontario, 05/2025
- U-First: Certificate for Healthcare Providers, 05/2024
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certification, 05/2024
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities, 05/2024
- Dementia Foundation Education, 05/2024
- Gentle Persuasive Approach Training, 05/2024
- IPAC Competency Training, 05/2024
- Mask-Fitting Training, 05/2024
- Covid 19 Immunization Form
Personal Support Worker Skills
- Followed individualized care plan developed by healthcare professionals to meet each resident's specific needs and preferences.
- Experienced in the use of supportive technology including lifting and transferring devices, communication aids, and mobility aids (wheelchair, hospital/home care beds, stair lifts).
- Engaged groups of 10-20 senior clients with different cultural backgrounds in a respectful and engaging manner.
- Provided perineal care assistance and support to residents, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, peri-care and mobility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities including hygiene, eating, and sleeping routines to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed, reported and documented daily habits and any changes in residents' health, condition, behavior, or needs to healthcare professionals.
- Knowledgeable regarding Worker Health and Safety and AODA; Ensured that living spaces are clean, safe and free of hazards.
- Supporting residents in performing tasks as independently as possible, fostering a sense of autonomy and self-esteem.
- Organizing games and recreational activities, promoting social wellbeing for seniors.
- Coordinated effectively with all members of client success team including other PSWs, doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, other healthcare professionals, and patient families.
- Able to motivate team members, provide input, delegate tasks, and guide towards improving team performance.
- Maintained accurate timely flow of information by completely thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Professional
Luganda
Professional
Acholi and Ruyankole
Professional
Indonesian
Professional
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Copernicus Lodge.
01.2025 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Salvation Army
01.2025 - 12.2025
Education Assistant
Lucy McCormick Senior School
01.2024 - 12.2024
Client support worker
Philpot Church
01.2024 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Yonge Street Mission
01.2023 - 12.2023
Family Support Worker
Powerful Bold Generation
01.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Burnhamthorpe Adult Learning Centre
Ontario High School Diploma -
Burnhamthorpe Adult Learning Centre