Anita Sarfo
Developmental Services Worker
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About
Compassionate and dedicated Developmental Services Worker with experience supporting children, youth, and adults in educational, community, mental health, and residential settings. Experienced working collaboratively with teachers, Special Education teams, and multidisciplinary professionals to support students with developmental disabilities, autism, behavioral, communication, and learning needs. Skilled in positive behavior support, crisis intervention, personal care, mobility assistance, documentation, and person-centered practice.
Committed to promoting safety, dignity, independence, inclusion, and student success.
Experience
Developmental Services Worker at Meta Center Toronto (2024-02 – 2026-01)
- Provided personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and other activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Assisted individual with safe transfers, repositioning, and mobility using Hoyer lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, wheelchairs, gait belts, and other transfer equipment.
- Supported residents with range-of-motion exercises and recreational activities to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Monitored residents' physical and emotional condition and promptly reported changes to the Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary team.
- Built therapeutic relationships with individual and families while promoting dignity, independence, choice, and person-centred care.
- Assisted with meal service, hydration, and nutrition according to residents' individual care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care, observations, incidents, and resident progress in accordance with organizational policies.
- Worked collaboratively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality resident care.
- Followed infection prevention and control (IPAC), safe lifting, and workplace health and safety procedures.
- Supported residents with social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to enhance quality of life.
Developmental Support Worker at Applewood Centre for Adult Learning (2025-10 – 2026-04)
- Support adults with developmental disabilities in achieving individualized goals
- Assist with daily living skills (cooking, budgeting, organization) to promote independence
- Facilitate educational and recreational programs (literacy, arts, fitness)
- Monitor, document, and report client progress and behaviors
- Implement individualized behavioral support strategies
- Monitored client well-being, documented behaviors and progress, and reported concerns to the care team.
- Supported and supervised staff in the absence of the Client Care Coordinator, ensuring quality care and compliance with procedures
- Assisted with scheduling, documentation, recreation planning, and other assigned operational responsibilities
- Participated in licensing requirements by maintaining accurate records and supporting compliance with Ministry standards.
Developmental Services Worker at Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) (2026-01 – 2026-04)
- Support clients with mental health and addiction challenges in a clinical setting
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Assist with client care, assessments, and daily routines under supervision
- Document and report client behaviors and treatment responses
- Escort clients to medical appointments and external services
- Medication Administration & Health Monitoring
- Community Inclusion & Relationship Building
Support Worker at Woodbine Middle School (2025-01 – 2025-04)
- Supported students with behavioural and learning needs in classroom settings
- Assisted teachers with lessons, activities, and classroom management
- Applied behaviour strategies (token systems, positive reinforcement)
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, and transitions
- Promoted a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
Mental Health Worker at Manhyia District Hospital (2018-01 – 2023-01)
- Conducted patient assessments and supported individualized care plans
- Administered and monitored psychiatric medications
- Provided therapeutic communication and emotional support
- Managed crisis situations using de-escalation techniques
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and documented care
Education
Developmental Services Worker – Humber College
Diploma – Agogo Nursing and Midwifery Training College
