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WANGUI WAMBUGU

Glasgow

Summary

To join a workforce that contributes to the good of mankind by sharing my compassion, skills and dedication to community work and the betterment of livelihoods.

I am a compassionate and hardworking individual who has a wealth of experience in the provision of care to the elderly and vulnerable members of our society having worked and volunteered in various organisations. I have good working knowledge of the UK Health and Social Care Act and possess a Care Certificate. I am a hard worker, an excellent team member who pays attention to detail and able to work well under pressure. I have excellent communication skills including active and passive listening skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Support Worker

Team Personnel Solutions
06.2023 - Current
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Volunteer Support Worker

Joy Divine Children's Home
  • Day to day care duties in the home supporting the children
  • Meeting with community and visitors supporting the home
  • Preparing the kids for boarding school and visiting them.

Project Officer

Centre for grassroot empowerment and engagement
  • Community empowerment and support to citizens especially women, youth and the elderly by providing meals, motivational talks and care
  • Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and booking conference rooms for engagement with vulnerable groups.

Data Collection

TNS Research International
  • Recruitment of respondents for focus groups
  • In-depth interviewing including moderating interviews and transcription of session proceedings
  • Conducting telephone interviews
  • Translating of session proceedings in focus groups.

Housekeeping

Lenana Mount Hotel
  • Ensure smooth running of the front office at all times
  • Handle all customer queries
  • Ensure all customers are satisfied with the services rendered.

Volunteer

Young Women Campaign Against AIDS
06.2007 - 10.2009
  • Coordination of Sensitization Workshops
  • Coordination of the projects in the four slums selected by YWCAA
  • Coordination of facilitators of the projects
  • Supporting orphans.

Merchandiser for KETEPA

Impulse Promotions
12.2005 - 08.2006
  • Ensure product availability and presentable display
  • Direct sales to maximize profits
  • Gathering publications, magazines, flyers and other promotional materials
  • Control damages and stock outs.

Education

No Degree - Care Certificate

Reed Courses
United Kingdom
12.2022

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Team building
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Academic And Professional Qualifications

  • Care Certificate, 2022
  • Diploma in Business Management, 2012, Kenya Institute of Management
  • Certificate in Business Management, 2012, Kenya Institute of Management
  • Certificate in German language Part One, 2006, Fornax Computer College
  • Certificate in Computer Applications, 2003, Institute of Advanced Technology
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 01/1998-12/2001, Pan African High School
  • Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, 01/1988-12/1996, Jogoo Road Primary School

Telephone

+447555015960

References

  • Fred Mwaura, Director, Joy Divine Children's Home
  • Imelda Omulo, C.E.O, Young Women Campaign Against A.I.Ds, Caxton house, Kenyatta Avenue, imeldao@ywcaaids.org, 0720-967 107

Hobbies and Interests

I am interested in reading novels, socialising, travelling and generally outdoor activities.

Timeline

Health Care Support Worker

Team Personnel Solutions
06.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Young Women Campaign Against AIDS
06.2007 - 10.2009

Merchandiser for KETEPA

Impulse Promotions
12.2005 - 08.2006

Volunteer Support Worker

Joy Divine Children's Home

Project Officer

Centre for grassroot empowerment and engagement

Data Collection

TNS Research International

Housekeeping

Lenana Mount Hotel

No Degree - Care Certificate

Reed Courses

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