Experienced in one-to-one and group support with focus on service user participation. Provides empathetic emotional, physical and personal care to suit individual requirements. Works with compassion and care to meet client individualised needs. Demonstrates initiative and remains calm under pressure in changing and challenging situations. Please provide more information on what you would like me to summarize.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Care Worker
Break Barriers
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
06.2023 - Current
Established amiable relationships with service users on personal level using active listening and interpersonal skills to establish meaningful rapport.
Established detailed, clear, accurate records and communication systems pertaining to clinical and care delivery.
Administrating medication
Upheld stipulated practices to promote dignity and safety of individual clients in different locations in Nottingham.
Stringently assessing, monitoring and reviewing daily processes to identify and address opportunities for improvement or change.
Supported, guided and empowered service users to achieve their optimal capabilities.
Provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently with a focus on user comfort, dignity and respect.
Upheld nationally care standards.
Shop Manager
Soap & Stuff
Kenya, Kenya
02.2022 - 12.2022
Participated in the start-up and opening of the new store
Participated in the evaluation of the safety and security measures installed within the shop with a focus on consumers and staff
Fostered robust relationships with customers/clients to enhance the development of trust-based relation to establish customer retention
Trained five employees and created schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands
Worked extra hours and implemented a flexible schedule to cater to the shop demands
Listened to customer needs and preferences, then implemented feedback to deliver an improved targeted, tailored service
Resolved customer issues using effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills based on a swift, calm, friendly and supportive approach
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales
Addiction Coach
Self-Employed
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2019 - 12.2022
Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes
Demonstrated perpetual respect, confidentiality, privacy and integrity independent of service users' circumstance
Promoted service user's choice autonomy through encouragement of user participation in recovery care plan
Observed and recorded service user's progress and used these outcomes in discussions with the service to gauge progress, assess need for change and make necessary adjustments
Collaborated with physicians to determined effective combination of therapy, medical treatments for clients in recovery, discussed the suggested approach to the service users for their participation and input
Monitored and documented progress towards the service user's articulated goals
Defined limitation of service by engaging health care professionals such as therapists, mental health experts, dieticians specific to the service user's needs
Consistently enrolled in relevant courses for personal development
Volunteer Worker
Judah Healing Center
Rift Valley, Kajiado
07.2015 - 12.2021
Demonstrated respect, willingness, and friendliness to help wherever needed
Obtained recent medical information, weight, height and vital signs to aid care planning
Developed strong, trusting relationships with clients through offering continuous support and worked to deliver the best possible care: intentional compassionate conversations to understand their needs and promote their self worth
Monitored client progress, identifying and proactively addressing obstacles hindering recovery.
Provided care to clients following detailed care and rehabilitation plans.
Handled service users concerns quickly, assessed the urgency and escalated major issues, immediately, to the nurse/matron/doctor on duty
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts and maintained an excellent punctuality record
Assisted patients in the basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
Used clinical and behavioural knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
Worked with compassion and empathy to engage people from diverse backgrounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
United States International University - Africa
Care Certificate - Health
Caredemy
United Kingdom/Online
03.2023 - 04.2023
Skills
Companionship and Emotional support
Record Keeping
Administering Medication
Safeguarding Knowledge
Person-Centred Care
Spirituality
Moving and handling
Meal preparation
Computer Literacy: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet savvy
Supporting personal needs
Compassionate
Resilient
Wheel Chair transfer
Rotunda transfer
Hoist transfers
Certification
NdubiMutsune
Care Certificate: 15 standards
25 Independent Care Courses: including Safeguarding, Fluid and Nutrition, Confidentiality, Dignity, Ulcer maintenance among others