Arezou Farah

Compassionate and dependable Personal Support Worker with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care in both Home Care and Long-Term Care settings. Skilled in assisting seniors and individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities while promoting dignity, independence, comfort, and safety. Experienced in dementia care, safe patient handling, mechanical lifts, infection prevention, and person-centred care.

Strong team player with excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Personal Support Worker - Bayshore Home Care Solutions - Ottawa, Ontario

(2018-01)

• Deliver compassionate in-home care to seniors and individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities.
• Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility, and companionship.
• Safely perform transfers using ceiling lifts, Hoyer lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, and other mechanical transfer devices.
• Observe and report changes in clients' health status.
• Maintain accurate documentation while following company policies and Ontario healthcare standards.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and family members to provide person-centred care.

Personal Support Worker - Hillel Lodge Long Term Care Centre - Ottawa, Ontario

(2016-01 - 2018-12)

• Provided personal care and assistance with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Assisted residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Safely operated mechanical lifting and transfer equipment.
• Supported residents living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other chronic illnesses.
• Worked closely with Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs), and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Followed infection prevention and resident safety protocols.

Diploma - Personal Support Worker - Herzing College