Support Worker Personal

VIRGINIA NJUGUNA

Toronto,ON 437-***-****) ********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Personal Support Worker (PSW) with extensive experience working in both community and long- term care facilities. Adept at providing personalized support to individuals with diverse needs, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility support, and emotional companionship. Skilled in creating inclusive and supportive environments for special needs students, ensuring their safety, comfort, and engagement in educational activities.

Work History-Clinical Placement

The Village of Erin Mills Meadows.

04/2024-05/2024

Worked with residents with special needs to improve social skills and independence.

Managed challenging behavior effectively by using de-escalation technics and positive reinforcement strategies.

Improved communications skills, of people suffering from dementia by incorporating visual aids gestures and assistive technology.

Coordinated with outside agencies such as, therapists and medical personals to ensure comprehensive support for every resident.

Assisted residents in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene and dressing tasks.

Facilitated mobility for residents with physical limitations by providing assistance with ambulation, range-of-motion exercises and transfers. using Sit to Stand lift, hover lift, and ceiling lift.

Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.

Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.

Consistently maintained required documentation regarding resident progress, incidents, or concerns for ongoing quality improvement efforts within the organization.

Skills

Organization & Prioritization

Effective Verbal & Written communication

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Autism Spectrum Knowledge

Behavior Management

Assistive Technology

Child Genecology

Education

06/2024

Burnhamthorpe Collegiate Adult Learning Centre (BCALC Etobicoke, ON Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Certifications

Standard First Aid and CPR C with AED (Meets Canadian Standards)

GPA-Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care Certificate.

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulations (IASR)

• Food Handlers Certificate

•Worker Health and Safety Awareness Certificate (WHSA)

Languages

Professional Working Professional Working

References: REFEREES

Placement Superviser Winston Richards

Email address: *******.********@****.**.**

+1(647)- 883 4534

Village of erin mills

Attasha Bennett

Email address: attasha-88@ hotmail.com

+1(647)- 822 4521

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