Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with over a year's experience of building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Support worker
Benval Nursing Aged Home
Ashongman Estate, F- Line, Greater Accra
05.2022 - 09.2023
Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Settlement Planning
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
09.2014 - 06.2018
Master of Science - International Project Management
Northumbria University
London
09.2023 - 06.2025
Skills
Elderly assistance proficiency
Professional boundaries understanding
reliable and trustworthy
Assistive technology use
Empathy for clients
Basic nursing care
Personal care
Timeline
Master of Science - International Project Management
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