Support Worker Personal
Resume:
ADESINA FOLASADE Personal Support Worker
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Ontario
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) with 18 years of experience providing high-quality care in home, community, and long-term care settings. Skilled in personal care, daily living support, and promoting emotional well-being with a respectful, client-centered approach. Proficient in medication reminders, mobility assistance, and infection prevention to ensure client safety and comfort. Committed to fostering independence, dignity, and quality of life while upholding ethical and professional standards. Certified in PSW, CPR, and First Aid, with a strong passion for continuous learning and improved care delivery.
KEY COMPETENCIES
●Compassionate Care: Empathetic and patient-centered approach, fostering a trusting and respectful environment for my clients and their families.
●Problem-Solving: Skilled at assessing complex situations and making informed decisions to ensure the well-being and safety of the clients.
●Dementia Care: Experienced in managing and addressing the challenges associated with Alzheimer's and dementia, promoting cognitive engagement and emotional well-being.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Marian Nursing Home Placement Richmond Hill, ON, Canada
•Assisted residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
•Supported residents with mobility and transfers using proper lifting and transfer techniques.
•Provided companionship and emotional support to promote residents’ mental and emotional well-being.
•Monitored and reported changes in residents’ physical and cognitive conditions to nursing staff.
•Helped residents with feeding and ensured proper hydration and nutrition.
•Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in residents’ rooms and common areas.
•Followed infection control protocols, including proper use of PPE and hand hygiene.
•Supported residents in recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance quality of life.
•Documented care activities and reported relevant information to supervisors accurately and promptly.
Personal Support Worker Spectrum Health Ontario Jan 2024 – Till date
•Provided compassionate care to individuals with dementia, autism, dual diagnoses, and challenging behaviors.
•Delivered personal care services, including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and oral hygiene, while preserving dignity.
•Monitored and reported changes in clients’ conditions and supported care planning with accurate documentation.
•Offered emotional support and companionship to foster respectful, trusting relationships.
•Performed delegated medical tasks under RHPA guidelines, following physician directives and proper training.
•Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper use of PPE.
Home Support Worker ParaMed Ontario June 2024 – October 2024
•Supported individuals with dementia, autism, dual diagnoses, and challenging behaviors using person-centered care.
•Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) including feeding, bathing, transfers, toileting, and skin/oral care.
•Performed delegated medical tasks under RHPA guidelines, including procedures requiring specific training and prescriptions.
•Demonstrated strong critical thinking, observation, and problem-solving skills on every shift.
•Maintained accurate documentation of care, including fluid output, patient status, and hygiene routines.
Community Health Care Worker Boripe Local Government Iragbiji Nigeria April 2007 - June 2023
•Provided compassionate care to elderly clients, promoting their comfort and well-being.
•Assessed individual needs and goals to create personalized care plans.
•Advocated for access to community resources, housing, and healthcare services.
•Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address medical, emotional, and social needs.
•Applied effective strategies to manage dementia-related behaviors and enhance quality of life.
EDUCATION
Alpha Career College, Ontario, Canada
Personal support worker -2025
Centennial College, Ontario, Canada 2023
Diploma Health Studies & Communication Skills
Pathfinder School of Health Technology, Nigeria
Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) -2018
CERTIFICATION
•CPI
•BLS
•PSW
•WHIMS
•GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approaches)
•Home support worker certificate
SKILLS
●Elderly Care
●Compassion and Empathy
●Patience
●Vital Signs Monitoring
●Dementia Management
●Communication & Interpersonal Skills
●Record-Keeping & Documentation
●Flexibility & Adaptability
SEMINAR WORKSHOP
●Covid 19 Training April 2021
●Yellow Fever Vaccination Training Nov 2020
●Training on Tuberculosis as DOT Officer Oct 2020
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