Yashika Gaur
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Personal Support Worker with diverse experience through VHA Home HealthCare, SRT Medstaff, and a clinical placement at The Rekai Centres. Skilled in providing personal care, emotional support, and assistance with daily living tasks to clients of all ages in home care, hospital, and long-term care settings. Strong ability to promote client independence, dignity, and comfort while adhering to individualized care plans, health protocols, and confidentiality standards.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
PSW
VHA Home Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted diverse client groups, including adults and children, with personal care tasks such as grooming, dressing, and bathing to support daily living and promote independence.
- Provided emotional support and socialization to enhance clients’ overall well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Supported mobility and safe transfers, ensuring fall prevention and physical safety.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals in alignment with individual health needs and preferences.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry, cleaning, and dishwashing, to maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
- Followed individualized care/service plans, respecting client preferences and promoting autonomy.
- Delivered delegated health functions as taught by regulated health professionals, following proper protocols.
- Monitored and accurately reported changes in clients’ physical, emotional, and cognitive conditions to supervisory staff.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and adhered to VHA policies, procedures, and professional standards.
PSW
S.R.T. Medstaff
01.2025 - Current
- Provide person-centered care to clients in long-term care, hospitals, and home settings.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Support clients with mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper techniques and equipment.
- Monitor and report changes in clients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Support clients in social engagement and companionship to enhance emotional well-being.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and PPE use.
- Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and report concerns to supervisors.
Clinical Placement Student
The Rekai Centres
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Supported residents with mobility and safe transfers using appropriate assistive devices.
- Maintained resident dignity and promoted independence through person-centered care.
- Monitored and reported changes in residents’ physical and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
- Applied infection control and hygiene practices to ensure a safe and clean environment.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding based on dietary requirements.
- Documented care activities and resident interactions accurately and promptly.
- Practiced effective communication with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participated in team huddles, shift reports, and care planning discussions.
- Responded to resident needs promptly and respectfully, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Followed care plans, safety protocols, and clinical instructions under supervision.
- Maintained professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced setting.
Education
PSW -
Fleming College
Toronto, ON12.2024
Skills
- Personal Care Assistance
- Emotional Support
- ADL Support (Activities of Daily Living)
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility & Transfers
- Light Housekeeping
- Client-Centered Care
- Dementia Care
- Communication Skills
- Observation & Reporting
- Confidentiality & Ethics
- Time Management
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
PSW
VHA Home Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
PSW
S.R.T. Medstaff
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Placement Student
The Rekai Centres
07.2024 - 12.2024
PSW -
Fleming College