Personal support worker

Lateef Salaudeen

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Personal Support Worker (PSW) / Home Care Support Worker (HSW)

Professional Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with a recently obtained PSW certificate and hands-on experience from a long-term care facility placement. Proficient in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support to enhance residents' well-being. Demonstrates strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care in diverse healthcare settings. Eager to contribute to a supportive team and positively impact the lives of individuals in need.

Key Skills

Skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.

Proficient in measuring and recording vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities.

Experienced in working effectively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care.

Strong verbal and written communication abilities, facilitating clear and compassionate interactions.

Efficient in managing multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

First Aid & CPR Certified: Trained in emergency response procedures to ensure client safety.

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

College Essor, Montreal. August 2026

Professional Experience

Personal Support Worker

Villa Colombo, Toronto, Ontario sep 2026

Delivered compassionate, hands-on assistance with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility, promoting dignity and independence.

Accurately monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to support timely clinical decisions.

Fostered emotional well-being by providing consistent companionship, empathetic listening, and social support to residents.

Ensured a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment through proactive housekeeping and adherence to infection control protocols.

Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to implement and adapt individualized care plans that addressed residents' specific needs and preferences.

Supported recreational activities to promote resident engagement, social interaction, and emotional well-being.

Provided one-on-one companionship to residents, fostering a sense of trust, comfort, and community.

Prepared and served meals with empathy and attention to dietary needs, ensuring respectful and compassionate care.

Maintained a clean and organized dining area to support a safe and welcoming environment for all residents.

Assisted staff with daily routines and adapted to residents’ individual needs, contributing to a positive care atmosphere.

Certifications

First Aid and CPR

HealthCare Cert.

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Workers' Health and Safety Awareness in 4 steps

Gentle persuasive approach (GPA) in dementia care

Food handling

Access forward training

Dementia foundation course

U-First for healthcare providers

Surge training

Toronto Shelter Standard Certificate

Languages

English: Full professional proficiency

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