Personal Support Worker

Opeyemi Folorunsho AGBOLA

Phone Number: +1-437-***-**** *****-************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/opeyemi-folorunsho-agbola Location: Toronto, Canada Willing to Relocate

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate and dedicated Gerontology graduate with a strong background in personal support and elderly care. Skilled in providing physical, emotional, and social support to seniors in various healthcare settings. Hands-on experience in a retirement residence, assisting residents with daily activities and ensuring their well-being. Background in Economics and Accountancy enhances analytical, problem-solving, and financial management abilities within the healthcare sector.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Elderly Care and Support

Personal Support and Assisted Living

Health Safety Compliance

Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care

Medication Assistance

Patient Advocacy and Communication

Emotional Support and Companionship

Financial and Budget Management

Team Collaboration and Problem-Solving.

Compassion and Empathy

Ethical Practice and Professionalism

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

Teamwork and Collaboration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Forestview Retirement Residence, Toronto Personal Support Worker (Placement) Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

Assisted seniors with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meals.

Provided companionship and emotional support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.

Monitored and documented residents’ health conditions and reported concerns to healthcare staff.

Facilitated recreational activities to promote social engagement and cognitive stimulation.

Maintained a safe and clean-living environment for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist clients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.

Provide mobility support, including transferring and repositioning residents.

Support individuals with meal preparation and feeding as required.

Provided one-on-one support to residents needing extra assistance, fostering social interaction and emotional well-being.

Monitor and report changes in residents’ health conditions to medical staff.

Assist with medication reminders and adherence to prescribed treatments.

Offer companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' well-being.

Followed safety procedures and infection control measures to ensure resident well-being.

Maintain a clean and safe living environment, ensuring infection control measures.

Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to coordinate care.

St. Andrew Terrace Cambridge Long Term Care Home March – Aug, 2024

Supported patients with meal assistance, adhering to dietary guidelines.

Operated medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors, thermometers, and glucometers.

Ensured patient safety during transportation via wheelchairs and stretchers.

Monitored patient health by taking vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, and pulse)

Maintained clean and organized patient environments by making beds and sanitizing spaces

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric care and aging-related challenges

Expertise in personal care and support, including ADLs and mobility assistance

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in documenting care and maintaining records

Empathetic, patient, and attentive to client needs

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Knowledge of health and safety protocols and infection prevention measures.

EDUCATION

Fanshawe College – Ontario, Canada

Gerontology Certificate May-Dec, 2024

Olabisi Onabanjo University – Nigeria 2004-2007

Bachelor of Science

First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Mar. 2024 Canadian Red Cross

Workplace Safety Certificate July, 2024 Fanshawe College

Gentle Persuasive Approaches Sept,2024 Fanshawe College

REFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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