Compassionate DSW with 10 Years in In-Home Care

Kelechi Ajuzie

************@*****.*** 647-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Dedicated and compassionate Developmental Service Worker, with a strong commitment to providing individualized care and support to individuals with disabilities. Aiming to leverage my expertise in daily living, and problem-solving skills, to successfully make an impact on the lives of individuals and their families.

SUMMARY OF SKILLS

Excellent communication abilities both verbal/written.

Ability to work in an unstructured high-stress environment.

Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Critical thinking.

Safety and Crisis Intervention skills

Developmental disability experience

Case management

Active listening skills

Cultural competency

Emergency response creativity.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions closely.

Excellent time management and organizational skills, able to prioritize and complete tasks

Strong utilization of procedures and techniques in delivery of care

Ability to demonstrate competent care

Empathy and compassion

Documentation and record keeping

Computer literacy

WORK EXPERIENCE

Freedom Health Care Etobicoke, On 2022-2024

Personal Support Worker/ Developmental Support Worker

Providing one-on-one support, emotional counseling and crisis intervention to individuals

Helping clients develop daily living skills (cooking, budgeting and managing health conditions)

Assisting clients in building and maintaining relationships, integrating into the community, and reducing social isolation

Advocating for client’s needs within various systems (legal, healthcare, housing) to ensure they receive necessary support and assistance

Provided support to individuals who are facing physical mental health or addiction challenges

Helping the vulnerable populations such as children, seniors, communities and people with disabilities

Assisted and supervised an adult day program which was responsible for several clients’ care including meals, changing diapers, activities for enjoyment, exercising, etc.

Responsible for several clients who required in-home basic care and help such as maintaining medication, encouraging individual activities, etc.

Frontline healthcare Toronto, On 2019-2022

Community Care Worker

Visited clients and provided care to varying degrees including cleaning their homes, administering medication, taking them on walks, helping them bathe, etc.

Assisted in everyday activities for enjoyment such as arts and crafts, drawing, making jewelry, etc.

Provided personal care and support to seniors and children

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene issues

Prepared meals and fed residents

Made beds changed lines and maintained rooms

Completed housekeeping and laundry tasks

Transferred resident by wheelchair

Liaised with community groups that provided services relevant to individuals’ welfare in society

Ensured interpersonal awareness and team intervention

Provided support in crisis situations including hostile and aggressive individuals

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

CPI Blue Card

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition Training Etobicoke, On 2025

F.A.S.T Rescue Inc.

Blended Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C Etobicoke, On 2025

CLI College of Business Health and Technology Etobicoke, On 2017

Diploma in Development Service worker

Certificate in Pharmacology and Medication Administration

Crisis Prevention and Intervention

REFERENCES

Available upon request

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