Disability Support Specialist & Team Leader

Olusola Alasoadura

Windsor, ON 403-***-**** *********@*****.***

Professional Profile

Accomplished Home Supervisor and Disability Support professional with 7+ years of

progressive experience in Calgary and abroad. Specializes in high-quality care for

individuals with complex needs, including non-verbal children and adults. Proven

leadership in managing teams, developing individualized care plans, and implementing

behavioural support strategies to enhance client independence and well-being. Holds

current and relevant certifications including Standard First Aid/CPR/AED, Non-Violent

Crisis Intervention (CPI), and ASIST.

Core Competencies

· Behavioural Management & Crisis Intervention * Person-Centered Care Planning *

Team Leadership & Staff Training

· Medication Administration & Personal Care * Non-Verbal Communication Strategies *

Community Integration & Resources

· Documentation & Reporting Compliance * Safe Bathing, Showering & Food Safety *

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Professional Experience

Home Supervisor Supported Lifestyles Ltd – Responsive Children Supports Ltd Calgary,

AB Oct 2024 – Nov 2025

· Provide leadership and daily supervision in a group home setting for non-verbal children

with complex behavioural needs.

· Manage, mentor, and train a team of support workers on best practices in non-verbal

communication, sensory needs, and de-escalation.

· Develop, implement, and continuously adapt individualized care plans (ICPs) to meet

each child's unique developmental and personal goals.

· Oversee all medication administration and personal care routines, upholding the highest

standards of safety and dignity.

· Coordinate medical appointments and community activities and maintain meticulous

incident and progress reports for regulatory compliance.

Disability Support Worker Ever Bright Complex Needs Support Services Calgary, AB Mar

2022 – Sep 2024

· Provided direct, person-centered care to clients with complex needs, focusing on

behavioural management and social inclusion.

· Utilized adaptive communication methods including sign language, picture boards, and

assistive technology to effectively engage non-verbal clients.

· Facilitated client participation in community outings and recreational activities,

promoting physical health and social skills.

· Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team (therapists, nurses, families) to implement and

review holistic care plans.

· Maintained detailed and accurate daily logs, client progress notes, and incident reports.

Caregiver and Counsellor Living Fountain Home Lagos, Nigeria Feb 2018 – Jan 2022

· Delivered comprehensive personal care, including hygiene, medication management, and

emotional support for residents.

· Implemented behavioural management strategies that successfully reduced incident

reports by 20%.

· Organized and supervised resident transportation to medical appointments and day

programs, ensuring access to essential services.

Education & Certifications

B.Sc. Accounting Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria June 2016

Current Certifications:

· Standard First Aid, CPR & AED * Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) *

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

· Medication Administration (VECOVA) * Alberta Food Safety Basics * Safe Bathing and

Showering

· Positive Behaviour Support * Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

References

Available upon request.

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