Support Worker Personal

Betty Owusu-Ansah

*** *********** *****, ******, ** L9T 2B6

905-***-**** *********@*****.***

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Professional Summary

Compassionate and reliable Personal Support Worker (PSW) with a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. Skilled in assisting seniors and individuals with diverse physical and cognitive needs in long-term care, hospital, and home settings. Known for professionalism, empathy, and teamwork that promote dignity, comfort, and trust. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life through respectful communication and consistent, attentive support.

Core Competencies

Personal hygiene and grooming assistance

Mobility and transfer support (mechanical lifts, gait belts)

Infection prevention & control (IPAC) compliance

Vital signs monitoring and documentation

Dementia and Alzheimer’s care

Nutrition, feeding, and meal preparation

Emotional support and companionship

Resident safety & emergency response

Team collaboration and communication

Professional Experience

Personal Support Worker

Haven Long Term Care, Ghana

March 2022 – January 2024

Provide high-quality daily living assistance to 20+ residents with varying mobility and cognitive needs.

Support residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting while maintaining dignity and comfort.

Monitor physical and emotional well-being, reporting changes promptly to nursing staff.

Maintain accurate care documentation and adhere to confidentiality standards.

Foster positive relationships with residents and families through empathy and clear communication.

Home Support Assistant

Oakview Home Care - Milton,ON

January 2025 to present

Deliver personalized in-home care for clients requiring companionship and daily living assistance.

Ensure adherence to safety, health, and medication schedules under RN supervision.

Provide emotional reassurance and mental stimulation through conversation and recreational activities.

Help clients maintain independence by promoting participation in light household tasks.

Accompany client to doctor’s and physiotherapy appointments.

Education & Certification

Health and Social Navigation

Conestoga College — Milton, Ontario Graduated 2024

Diploma in Midwifery

ST Patrick’s Midwifery School -Ashanti - Graduated 2011

Current Certifications

CPR & First Aid (Level C) — Red Cross Canada

WHMIS 2024 Certified

Vulnerable Sector Check – Clear

Key Strengths

Compassionate and dependable caregiver

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent multitasking and time-management abilities

Committed to patient dignity, privacy, and safety

Flexible with day, night, and weekend shifts

References

Available upon request

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