Tarisai Dapira
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Compassionate Personal Support Worker (PSW) with extensive experience in long-term care and community settings. Proven ability to provide personal care and support activities of daily living (ADLs) for individuals with dementia and responsive behaviors. Committed to preserving dignity and promoting independence while delivering patient-centered care. Strong track record of building trust with residents, families, and healthcare teams to enhance overall quality of life.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker (PSW) — Long-Term Care
Parkwood Mennonite Homes
Waterloo, ON
04.2022 - Current
- Delivered hands-on personal care to elderly residents, supporting ADLs such as bathing, feeding, grooming, mobility, and toileting.
- Monitored and reported changes in residents’ conditions to nursing staff, contributing to timely interventions.
- Supported residents with dementia and responsive behaviours using de-escalation techniques and person-centered strategies.
- Assisted with palliative and end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity while offering emotional support to families.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with residents through companionship and consistent compassionate care.
Personal Support Worker (PSW) — Community Care
Community Care Concepts
Woolwich, ON
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided in-home support to clients, tailoring care to individual needs and promoting independence.
- Assisted with IADLs, including meal preparation, household chores, shopping, banking, and accompaniment to appointments.
- Educated clients and families on safe care techniques, nutrition, and home safety, improving overall quality of life.
- Supported clients with chronic conditions by ensuring adherence to care plans and offering emotional/social support.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to maintain continuity of care and ensure timely follow-up.
Education
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON08.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing & Sales
Institute of Marketing Management
12-2012
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate -
Anderson College
Kitchener, ONSkills
- Personal Care & ADLs
- Geriatric & Dementia Care
- Palliative & End-of-Life Care
- Community & Home Care
- Observation & Reporting
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Compassionate Communication
Affiliations
tennis and hiking
Certification
Certifications:
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
. Gentle Persuasion Approach
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker (PSW) — Community Care
Community Care Concepts
01.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Support Worker (PSW) — Long-Term Care
Parkwood Mennonite Homes
04.2022 - Current
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Conestoga College
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing & Sales
Institute of Marketing Management
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate -
Anderson College
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