VERA OKEH
Simcoe, Ontario N*Y*J* +1-289-***-**** *********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A personal support worker with experience working in assisted living facilities. Passionate about elder care and childcare. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Strong desire to go above and beyond the typical job description.
SKILLS
Friendly attitude and excellent attention to detail
Positive attitude, dependable, dedicated and compassionate in nature
Adept at light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
Record management with effective communication and good listener.
Flexible and adaptable with multitasking skill
Highly motivated and able to work well independently and collaboratively.
First Aid, CPR, and AED
Vulnerable Sector check
CPI and NVCI
WORK EXPERIENCE
Great Wolf Lodge, Niagara
Housekeeping Supervisor June 2023 – Dec 2023
Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as necessary.
Created and implemented daily cleaning schedules for staff members.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff when using equipment such as vacuums or chemicals.
Verified each completed room against standard plans to maintain consistency.
Stocked room attendant carts with supplies to keep carts organized and clean.
Clifton Hill, Niagara
Kitchen Assistant April 2023 – August 2023
Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, and pots.
Maintained kitchen sanitization standards to ensure safety of staff and customers.
Inspected equipment daily to make sure it was clean and in good working condition.
Organized storage to facilitate ease of access when retrieving supplies or ingredients for menu items.
Kept accurate records of inventory levels on a weekly basis.
Received deliveries from vendors ensuring that all orders were correct according to invoices.
Personal Support Worker
Rockgarden Retirement Homes, Nigeria January 2020 – March 2022
Assisted patients with daily living including personal hygiene.
Proactively identified and developed solutions for individuals' apprehensions/concerns.
Participated in the research, development, and implementation of programs to meet development needs.
Provided residents with medical, technological, environmental, emotional, physical, and behavioral support.
Protected and promoted residents' rights and advocated for individuals as required.
Identified unusual changes in residents’ conditions while ensuring health and safety remain intact.
Supported residents in service by offering coaching, encouragement, and emotional support during family visits.
Followed home care regulations and implemented consistent safety practices.
EDUCATION AND DESIGNATION
Diploma in Personal Support Worker (in-view) 2023
Diploma in Social Science
College of Education, Ekiadolor, Nigeria 2000