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Saheed Karunwi

Walsall

Summary

A compassionate, energetic and flexible support worker with over 7 years working experience in assisting, developing and following care plans. Experienced care and support worker with extensive experience supporting service users in their recovery from various health issues. Skilled in supporting service users to live as independently as possible while delivering care in a dignified and respectful manner.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support worker

Divine Agency
Leeds, West Yorkshire
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalized care plans.
  • Assisted patients daily and responded to several crisis situations with positive outcomes.
  • Respected service users autonomy through inclusive care plan developments and goal settings
  • Practiced personalized motivation strategies to engage service users in physical activities.
  • Provided supported living care to elderly men and women, assisting with everyday needs and problems, medication, treatment and bathing.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.

Support Worker

STL Training & Recruitment
Birmingham, West Midlands
07.2024 - Current
  • Provides support and guidance to individuals with mental health issues.
  • Provides basic crisis intervention and emotional support.
  • Manages crisis intervention calmly and professionally.
  • Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
  • Monitors and documents patients progress.
  • Assists residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity.
  • Provides personalized care and support to clients with physical, emotional and mental health needs.
  • Assists residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs using safe lifting and transferring techniques.
  • Assists residents with daily living activities including bathing and dressing.

Support Worker

First Alpha Care
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
06.2020 - 10.2023

Responsibilities

  • Maintained clear and open communication with service users, their families and other healthcare professionals to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding care plans and goals.
  • Supported service users in maintaining social connections and relationships.
  • Encouraged and empowered service users to become as self-reliant as possible, focusing on their strengths and abilities rather than their limitations.
  • Ensured the safety and security of service users which included monitoring for potential hazards in the environment and responding to emergencies.
  • Advocated on behalf of service users by ensuring they have access to services and resources they need.
  • Maintained accurate records of care provided including changes in service user's condition, medication administration and daily activities.
  • Assisted with household chores including cleaning, cooking and shopping.
  • Provided emotional support, active listening and companionship to service users who may be feeling isolated or lonely.

Support Worker

Bountiful Givers Initiative
Abijo, Lagos, Nigeria
08.2017 - 03.2020

Responsibilities

  • Provided guidance and support to service users
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of care activities and observations.
  • Assisted service users with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility.
  • Reported any changes or concerns to healthcare team.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to service users and their families, fostering caring and empathetic environment.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment for service users, which included light housekeeping, laundry and sanitation tasks.
  • Adhered to all applicable healthcare regulations, policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of service users.
  • Worked collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, family members and support networks.

Education

First School Leaving Certificate -

Oki Primary School
Iyana Ipaja, Lagos
09.1991 - 08.1997

Secondary School Leaving Certificate - (S.S.C.E)

Alimosho Grammar School
Alimosho, Lagos
12.1997 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Labour Relations

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago-Iwoye, Ogun
09.2004 -

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration

University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos
07.2012 - 12.2017

Skills

    Crisis Intervention
    Safeguarding
    Cultural literacy
    Report Writing
    Ethical Sensitive
    Team Player
    Knowledge of mobility aids
    Patience
    Active listening
    Compassion and empathy
    Positive and uplifting attitude
    Adaptability and Critical thinking

    Strong leadership and project management skills

Languages

English

Certification

Care Certificate Standard 1/15 (Caredemy) - 2024

Safeguarding Adults Level 3 Course (Caredemy) - 2024

Moving and Handling of Objects (Caredemy) - 2025

CSTS Mandatory Training (Health & Social Group) - 2025

Health and Social Care Level 3 Diploma (Academy for Health & Fitness) - 2025






Custom

References available upon request.

Personal Information

Timeline

Support Worker

STL Training & Recruitment
07.2024 - Current

Support worker

Divine Agency
11.2023 - 06.2024

Support Worker

First Alpha Care
06.2020 - 10.2023

Support Worker

Bountiful Givers Initiative
08.2017 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration

University of Lagos
07.2012 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Labour Relations

Olabisi Onabanjo University
09.2004 -

Secondary School Leaving Certificate - (S.S.C.E)

Alimosho Grammar School
12.1997 - 12.2003

First School Leaving Certificate -

Oki Primary School
09.1991 - 08.1997
Saheed Karunwi