Olujimi Adekanle
Addictions and Mental Health professional with Post-Graduate Diploma
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About
Dedicated and highly trained Addictions and Mental Health professional with a Post-Graduate Diploma and extensive hands-on experience in developmental services and crisis support. Proven track record of delivering trauma-informed care, implementing individualized behavior support plans, and utilizing crisis de-escalation techniques. Adept at managing complex caseloads, maintaining meticulous clinical documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support recovery and enhance client autonomy.
Experience
Developmental Services Worker (DSW) - BAYSHORE HOME CARE SOLUTIONS - Mississauga, ON
(2021-05)
- Provide comprehensive, individualized care and behavioral support to 10+ neurodivergent individuals and clients with complex mental health diagnoses.
- Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP), successfully reducing targeted crisis incidents by utilizing proactive de-escalation strategies.
- Manage accurate daily documentation, including medication administration records (MARs), incident reports, and progress logs with 100% compliance.
- Facilitate daily living skills, community integration, and emotional regulation exercises to foster maximum independence and client autonomy.
- Communicate effectively with families, physicians, and allied health professionals to provide holistic updates on client progress and treatment efficacy.
Personal Support Worker (PSW) - KINNECT HEALTH CARE SERVICES - Toronto, ON
(2019-02 - 2021-02)
- Delivered high-quality personal care, bedside assistance, and emotional companionship to elderly and cognitively impaired residents in a high-pressure environment.
- Monitored and accurately recorded vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature), promptly escalating critical status changes to the nursing team.
- Assisted with safe ambulation, lifts, and transfers, strictly adhering to mechanical lift protocols and minimizing workplace injury risks.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for residents while adhering to strict infection control and public health guidelines.
Mental Health & Addictions Student Intern - FIRM VOICE FOUNDATION - Toronto, ON
(2026-01 - 2026-04)
12-Week Placement
- Co-facilitated evidence-based psychoeducational groups and harm-reduction workshops for individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges.
- Conducted intake assessments and contributed to the development of holistic, person-centered treatment plans for a diverse client population.
- Utilized active listening and motivational interviewing techniques to support clients in identifying recovery goals and navigating systemic barriers.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and updated clinical progress notes in compliance with organizational policies and PHIPA regulations.
- Collaborated with community partners and interdisciplinary team members to streamline referral pathways and continuity of care.
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma - Addictions and Mental Health - Oxford College of Arts, Business and Technology
Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSW) - CLI College of Business, Health & Technology
Master - Business Administration - Lau-Tech (WES Canada evaluated), Oyo State, Nigeria
