Olamide Awoyemi
Childcare, Elderly Care And Social Inclusion Mentor
Townhill Swansea
Summary
Experienced Care Assistant with a compassionate approach and a proven track record in a care home setting. Skilled in working with diverse clients, from children to adults with various needs including physical disabilities and learning difficulties. Committed to safe nursing practices and maintaining high levels of patient care through kindness and adherence to safety protocols. Passionate about promoting independence and seeking a new role in the Care field with immediate availability and flexible hours. As a Black African professional and active community voice, I bring lived experience and frontline insight into challenge faced by Black, Asian and Monitor Ethnic (BAME) families and children navigating care and play services. With a compassionate approach and strong advocacy skills, i am passionate about supporting Wels Government efforts to create an anti-racist childcare and play work sector through monitoring, ally ship, and policy engagement Also, a dynamic hospitality professional with expertise in hotel operations, guest communication, special requests, and daily task management. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to quickly build rapport with others.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6074
6074
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Domiciliary Care Assistant
Swansea Bay Home Care Services
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
02.2023 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks, Hoist, Steady, Frame, Commode.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Childcare Assistant
OYIN HOSPITAL
Lagos, Lagos
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Collaborated with other childcare professionals to continuously improve the quality of care provided to children.
- Assisted in monitoring children''s progress by conducting regular observations and assessments as needed.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, songs, and interactive conversations with children.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Provided extra support for children with special needs by adapting activities or offering one-on-one assistance when necessary.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and daily logs for effective documentation purposes.
- Promoted emotional well-being through empathetic communication and consistent support during challenging moments.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans, addressing each child''s unique needs and preferences.
- Monitored children's progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Documented children's growth and development.
Healthcare Support Worker
The Heritage Hospital
02.2010 - 12.2016
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes
- Organized and maintained medication closets and first aid supplies
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets and bathrooms, and assisted patients with hygiene needs
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse
- Communicated complex medical information to patients, care, and relatives.
- Provided hygiene care to patients, ensuring skin integrity and accurately observing, recording, and reporting on changes to minimize damage.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimized patient care.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement and development.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff, facilitating early intervention when necessary.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices for long-term wellness.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Ensured timely administration of medications and treatments as directed by medical professionals, promoting patient health and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to infection control protocols.
Front Desk Officer
Front Guest House
Lagos, Lagos
07.2006 - 01.2010
- Greeted customers warmly, aiming to provide positive, smooth check-in experiences.
- Managed guest bookings and enquiries accurately and efficiently for continued customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, tidy reception areas, ensuring consistently positive first impressions.
- Issued guest room keys with advice on location and access.
- Greeted and checked-in guests promptly and professionally.
- Inspected presentation of rooms and laundry items.
- Instructed maintenance staff to service rooms with known issues.
- Processed and provided clear, accurate receipts for guest payments.
- Recorded guest account activity to produce accurate bills upon departure.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering loyalty among guests.
- Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
- Planned coverage needs and organized services to support incoming special events.
- Trained new front desk staff members on company policies and procedures, improving overall efficiency within the department.
- Assisted with event coordination, resulting in successful conferences, meetings, and special events at the hotel.
- Assisted management with inventory control of office supplies and amenities for guests'' use throughout their stay.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL PREPARATION, SAFETY & WELLNESS
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Certificate of Higher Education - Introduction to Social Care
CYMRUS SOCIAL CARE
Certificate of Higher Education - International Hospitality and Health Care Service Marketing
Yonsei University
Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication
The Polytechnic
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
ESTG University
Republic Of Benin 04.2001 -
Skills
Care plan management
Personal Information
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
NVQ LEVEL 2 in Health and Social Care - 2024 ( Awarded for outstanding performance by WBTA through Swansea Bay Home Care Services Ltd)
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care {In Progress}- Expected 2025
Healthcare Certificate - Florence Academy Uk - 2022
Social care Training - Virtual College, Uk Full Courses 2023
Manual Handling - 2023
medication 2023
Timeline
Domiciliary Care Assistant
Swansea Bay Home Care Services
02.2023 - Current
Childcare Assistant
OYIN HOSPITAL
12.2020 - 09.2022
Healthcare Support Worker
The Heritage Hospital
02.2010 - 12.2016
Front Desk Officer
Front Guest House
07.2006 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
ESTG University
04.2001 -
Certificate of Higher Education - INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL PREPARATION, SAFETY & WELLNESS
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Certificate of Higher Education - Introduction to Social Care
CYMRUS SOCIAL CARE
Certificate of Higher Education - International Hospitality and Health Care Service Marketing
Yonsei University
Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication
The Polytechnic
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