Tara Barker
Welland,ON
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker with extensive experience at Wellington Park Care Center, excelling in mobility assistance and emotional support. Proven track record of enhancing patient well-being and independence through personalized care and empathy. Skilled in dementia/ behavioural care, consistently achieving improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership in training peers, ensuring high-quality service across teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Wellington Park Care Center
09.2012 - 09.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Learned techniques for de-escalation, effective communication, and behaviour management.
Personal Support Worker Student
Aberdeen Gardens Retirement Residence
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Completed 640 hours of hands-on experience in personal support, providing care and assistance to individuals in various settings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity while promoting independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Documented client progress and changes in condition, maintaining accurate records for continuity of care.
Server/Bartender Shift Manager
Crabby Joe's Bar & Grill
05.2006 - 09.2008
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, and providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Server/Bartender
Crabby Joe's Bar & Grill
09.1998 - 09.2008
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Education
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
The National Academy of Health & Business
Hamilton, ON07-2012
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Palliative Care
- Elderly Care
Certification
- Nursing Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Workshop (2017)
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care (2017)
- Normal Aging vs Not Normal Aging (2018)
- Positive and Physical Approach Hand Under Hand (2018)
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Wellington Park Care Center
09.2012 - 09.2024
Personal Support Worker Student
Aberdeen Gardens Retirement Residence
01.2012 - 07.2012
Server/Bartender Shift Manager
Crabby Joe's Bar & Grill
05.2006 - 09.2008
Server/Bartender
Crabby Joe's Bar & Grill
09.1998 - 09.2008
- Nursing Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Workshop (2017)
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care (2017)
- Normal Aging vs Not Normal Aging (2018)
- Positive and Physical Approach Hand Under Hand (2018)
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
The National Academy of Health & Business
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