VIVEK JOHN
Whitehorse,YT
Summary
Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 2 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residence Support Worker
Connective Support Society
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Supervises the activities of the residence, its residents and volunteers, while on shift including maintaining case notes and the logbook
- Along with the other residence staff, monitors and ensures effective operation of the facility including quality control concerning cleaning equipment, indoor and outdoor maintenance, inventory and food services
- Provides input into meal scheduling and preparation, including food inventory
- Ensures the security of the residence
- Proficient in maintaining both the interior and exterior areas of the facility.
- Able to engage and collaborate with residents to collectively manage the facility's condition.
- Competent in managing weekly grocery shopping for the residence.
- Effective at involving residents in the shopping process, fostering a participatory environment.
- Possess administrative skills to provide essential support for smooth facility operations.
- Assist adeptly with assigned operational tasks to contribute to the overall functioning.
- Organize and oversee meal preparation activities efficiently.
- Skillfully involve residents in meal preparation, encouraging a sense of involvement and collaboration.
- Willingness to be on-call and carry a residence phone as required.
- Display a prompt response to emergent situations, ensuring residents' safety and well-being.
- Accompany residents to appointments and community outings with care and attentiveness.
- Adhere diligently to any restrictions imposed by the courts or review panels during outings
Residential Independent Living Support Worker
Opportunities Yukon
02.2021 - Current
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback treatment team members and Review Board.
- support clients to live their lives more independently and support them to reach their potential by providing both physical and emotional support
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Developmental Services Worker
St.Clair College
Windsor, ON01.2019
Skills
- Crisis Situations
- Client Records Management
- Administer Medication
- Documentation Abilities
Certification
.First Aid CPR Level C and CPI
.Med Assist and Naloxone Training
.Vulnerable sector Security Clearance
.Mandt Training
.FASD Training
.Excellent oral communication that demonstrates strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.
.Ability to provide care and support to individuals in a home-like or 24/7 living environment
.Trauma-informed practice,crisis and conflict intervention skills
.Valid class 5 Driver's license
Timeline
Residence Support Worker
Connective Support Society
06.2021 - Current
Residential Independent Living Support Worker
Opportunities Yukon
02.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Developmental Services Worker
St.Clair College
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