Sumit Thapa
Sydney,Canada
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate and extensive experience in long-term care for seniors. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and a degree in Human Resources Management. Proficient in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), ensuring safety, and enhancing emotional and physical well-being. Certified in Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) and Standard First Aid & CPR Level C, committed to maintaining dignity and quality of life for all residents.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal support worker
Extendicare Laurier Manor
Ottawa, Canada
10.2025 - Current
- Assisting residents with ADLs, including personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Using therapeutic communication to build trust and provide emotional comfort.
- Completing accurate Point-of-Care documentation for care activities and observations.
- Collaborating with nursing staff to monitor and report changes in residents’ health.
- Supporting residents with responsive behaviors using GPA techniques.
Personal support worker – Placement
Wellbrook Place
Mississauga, Ontario
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted residents with ADLs including personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Used therapeutic communication to build trust and provide emotional comfort.
- Completed accurate Point-of-Care documentation for care activities and observations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to monitor and report changes in residents’ health.
- Supported residents with responsive behaviors using GPA techniques.
- Partners Community Health
Care Giver Internship
Human Welfare Society
Bhaktapur, Nepal
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, including dressing, bathing, and eating, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
- Created and maintained a safe and secure environment for residents, taking prompt action in response to emergencies.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Education
Personal Support worker certificate -
Sheridan College
Mississauga, Ontario08.2025
Human Resources Management -
Niagara College
Toronto, Ontario08.2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Khwopa College
Bhaktapur, Nepal06.2018
Skills
- Assisting with ADLs
- Point-of-care documentation
- Cultural competence
- Resident Care and Support
- Meal Service Assistance
- Infection Control and Safety Awareness
- Care Planning and Documentation
- Communication Skills
- Empathy and Compassion
- Teamwork
- Organizational Skills
- Physical and Mental Ability
- CPR & First Aid certified
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) trained
Certification
- Gentle Persuasive Approach, 11/01/24
- AODA Certificate, 03/01/26
- Palliative Care Certificate
- Standard First Aid - Level C, 02/01/25 - 02/28/28, Toronto
Timeline
Personal support worker
Extendicare Laurier Manor
10.2025 - Current
Personal support worker – Placement
Wellbrook Place
05.2025 - 08.2025
Care Giver Internship
Human Welfare Society
01.2020 - 07.2020
Personal Support worker certificate -
Sheridan College
Human Resources Management -
Niagara College
Bachelor of Social Work -
Khwopa College