Buddy Volunteer (Special Needs Support) – Illuminate Prom at GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH (2026-04 – 2026-04)
- Provided one-on-one support to a guest with special needs during a large community prom event
- Assisted with mobility, participation in activities, and overall comfort throughout the event
- Ensured a safe, inclusive, and positive experience for the attendee
- Communicated effectively with event organizers and team members to meet individual needs
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills in a dynamic environment
Personal Support Worker at ENHANCEDLIVING, OROMOCTO HOME (2026-03 – Present)
- Assisting residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Helping with mobility, transfers, and repositioning
- Assisting with feeding and hydration when needed
- Monitoring residents' condition and reporting changes to nurses or supervisors
- Treating residents with patience, respect, and dignity
- Recording care provided and observations accurately
Shelter Support Worker / Peer Recovery Advocate (PRA) at CHRISTIAN FAITH OUTREACH CENTER (2024-02 – 2026-01)
- Welcome and orient new residents to the shelter, ensuring they understand the rules, policies, and available services
- Assisted clients in accessing housing, employment, food security, and community support services
- Advocate for clients' rights and connect them with external resources and services
- Ensure the shelter environment is clean, safe, and welcoming
- Facilitate and organize shelter activities, workshops, and support groups
- Maintain accurate records and documentation, including intake forms, progress reports, and incident reports
- Assist clients with job search, resume building, and other employment-related activities
- Provide de-escalation support in situations of conflict or crisis
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
Personal Support Worker at EXTENDICARE (2025-02 – 2025-12)
- Assist service users with bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating, ensuring their comfort and well-being (ADL)
- Assist service users to move around, using wheelchairs and ambulating, promoting independence and preventing complications (Mobility Support)
- Assist in positioning patients for postural drainage, a respiratory therapy technique
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients, which is crucial for their overall well-being
- Observe and report any changes in a patient's condition, including vital signs, breathing patterns, and overall health
Youth & Elderly Support - Volunteer at CGMI Rockaway Centre (2023-05 – 2024-05)
- Mentored youth in personal development, leadership, and positive decision-making
- Assisted in organizing youth-focused community outreach programs and events
- Supported elderly individuals and families facing social and personal challenges
- Encouraged inclusion, emotional well-being, and community engagement
Personal Support Worker at Beechwood Manor (2023-11 – 2024-01)
- Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting
- Aiding with mobility, transfers, and positioning to ensure residents' safety and comfort
- Reporting any changes in residents' condition to the healthcare team and documenting observations
- Assisting with meal preparation, feeding, and monitoring residents' dietary needs and preferences
- Ensuring residents have adequate hydration and assisting with feeding tubes or specialized diets as required
- Providing companionship and emotional support to residents, promoting social interaction, and engaging in meaningful conversations
- Assisting residents in participating in recreational activities, hobbies, or therapeutic programs within the supportive living home
- Assisting with laundry and ensuring residents' personal belongings are organized and accessible
Healthcare Worker / Support Worker at St. Christopher Care Home (New Shepherd Care Agency) (2021-11 – 2023-08)
Recognized as 3 month consecutive Employee of the Month for exceptional performance and dedication. Maintained consistently high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as dressing and washing, while prioritizing safety and dignity
- Monitored patients' physical and mental health, promptly reporting any changes to senior staff
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with feeding
- Accompanied patients to medical appointments, ensuring their safety and well-being
- Maintained accurate documentation and provided supervision as needed
