Compassionate PSW with Hands-On Care Excellence

Patience Obi

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Professional Summary

Compassionate and certified Personal Support Worker with hands-on experience supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities in long-term care and community settings. Skilled in delivering person-centred care, promoting independence, and ensuring client dignity and safety. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining accurate documentation. Committed to continuous learning and culturally competent

Certifications & Training

Personal Support Worker Certificate – 2025

Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA)

Valid First Aid & CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS)

WHMIS AODA Fire Safety Falls & Fracture Prevention

Medication Administration Moving & Handling Theory

Equality, Diversity, and LGBTQ+ Awareness

Bed Rail Safety Allergens Awareness

G2 Driver’s License

Key Skills

Personal care & hygiene assistance

Safe mobility & transfer support

Dementia and behavioural support

Medication reminders & documentation

Household management & meal prep

Cultural sensitivity & empathy

Team collaboration & communication

Infection prevention & safety compliance

Professional Experience

Willow Estate Long-Term Care - Aurora, ON

Personal Support Worker Student 2025

Delivered compassionate, person-centred care to residents with varying physical and cognitive needs

Assisted with ADLs including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and feeding

Supported safe mobility and transfers using mechanical lifts and mobility aids

Documented changes in resident condition and care activities in compliance with care plans

Applied Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) to manage responsive behaviours effectively

Collaborated with RPNs and RNs to implement individualized care strategies

Maintained infection prevention and control standards in all care activities

Toronto People with AIDS Foundation (PWA) – Toronto, ON

Volunteer 2025

Prepared nutritious meals and organized essential market items for clients living with HIV/AIDS

Provided respectful, inclusive support to individuals from diverse backgrounds

Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for service users

Assisted with inventory management and food safety compliance

Bethel Community Outreach Food Bank – Toronto, ON

Volunteer 2025 – Present

Sorted, packaged, and distributed food donations to individuals and families in need

Ensured quality control and expiry checks on all food items

Supported community outreach efforts and maintained a respectful, client-focused approach

Promoted health and safety standards in food handling and storage

CBI HOME HEALTH CARE / MISSISSAUGA/ Brampton 160 Traders Blvd E Suite 208, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3K7

PSW JULY, 2025 Till Date

At CBI Home Health Care, as a Personal Support Workers (PSWs) I play a vital role in delivering compassionate, client-centered care directly in the community. Here's a breakdown of my responsibilities and impact:

Core Responsibilities

- Personal Care Assistance: Helping clients with daily living tasks such as bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and feeding.

- Mobility Support: Assisting with lifts, transfers, ambulation, and positioning to ensure safety and comfort.

- Companionship: Providing emotional support and social interaction, which is especially important for isolated or elderly clients.

- Household Help: Performing light housekeeping duties, preparing meals, and helping maintain a clean and safe home environment.

- Health Monitoring: Observing and reporting changes in clients’ physical or emotional condition to supervisors, contributing to their overall care plan.

- Safety Advocacy: Identifying and addressing safety concerns in the home, including equipment issues or environmental hazards.

Education

Diploma in Personal Support Worker

Diploma in Caregiving

Bachelor of Education (Social Studies)

Masters in Sociology of Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology of Education

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