Constance Okoligan
Summary
Talented, 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 5 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
As a support worker, I enthusiastically pursue opportunities to add immediate value to a growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Support Worker
GNIHEALTH CARE LIMITED
2023.07 - 2025.01
- Assist Service ushers with mobility problems and other physical disabilities
- Engaging in a variety of activities that the Service ushers needs to keep stimulated and calm
- Preparing balanced meals and assisting with eating, if necessary, while considering any dietary restrictions or preferences
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene to ensure the individual's physical well-being and dignity
- Monitoring and supervising service usher to ensure their safety
- Check out for behavioral changes
- Offering companionship, listening, and providing emotional encouragement to reduce feelings of isolation or loneliness
- Helping with movement, such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, walking, or using mobility aids
- Assisting with light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe, organized environment
- Documenting and keeping Service Ushers records correctly
Support worker
Making Space
2020.10 - 2023.08
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
- Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
Support Worker
C4 Care - Manchester
2019.10 - 2020.05
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
Care Assistant
Medilink - Manchester
2018.08 - 2020.07
- Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
- Organised recreational activities for improved social interaction amongst residents.
- Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
Cleaning
Amba Facilities Management Group
2014.11 - 2018.07
- Increased consumer comfort with regular maintenance and cleaning tasks.
- Implemented new cleaning procedures for improved efficiency.
- Secured safe environment by cleaning and maintaining stables regularly.
- Maintained organised surroundings with regular cleaning schedules.
- Performed cleaning duties, improved workspace hygiene.
Cleaning
Marriott international
1999.03 - 2014.10
- Responsible for emptying waste bins and garbage cans, ensuring proper disposal of trash and recycling materials
- Responsible for maintaining clean and presentable common areas, such as lobbies, waiting areas, hallways, and break rooms
- This includes cleaning furniture, removing clutter, and ensuring a neat and welcoming environment
- Responsible for identifying and reporting any maintenance or repair needs they come across during their cleaning duties, such as broken fixtures, leaks, or damage to surfaces
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; wiping and disinfecting countertops, tables, and desks; and cleaning windows, mirrors, and other surfaces to maintain a tidy appearance
Cleaning
Mediterranean Palace 5 star Hotel
1994.02 - 1999.01
- Tenerife Spain
- Ensured a clean living environment with thorough cleaning tasks.
- Properly labelled and diluted all cleaning solutions.
- Improved store appearance with regular cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Improved product quality through regular machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Cleaned and buffed tile floors using industrial cleaning equipment.
Education
Level 1 English -
Manchester College
Entry Level 3 Maths
Manchester College
Diploma -
Diploma in Library Science
1992.02 - 1994.06
WEACE -
Army Day Secondary School
1986.09 - 1992.08
FLC -
Army Children Primary School
1980.01 - 1996.06
Skills
- Elderly care
- Personal care assistance
- Dignity respect
- Patience and composure
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Meal preparation
- Residential housekeeping
- Personal hygiene and dressing
- Waking night service
Certification
- Veritas SC Training - Certificate in person - centre care - planning and personification
- Certificate in conflict resolution & physical intervention - Mental health
- PVG Training - Certificate of Competence
- Caredemy Accredited CPD Training - Care certificate
Affiliations
- My interests include; families activities, going shopping, swimming and keeping fit generally
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Support Worker
GNIHEALTH CARE LIMITED
2023.07 - 2025.01
Support worker
Making Space
2020.10 - 2023.08
Support Worker
C4 Care - Manchester
2019.10 - 2020.05
Care Assistant
Medilink - Manchester
2018.08 - 2020.07
Cleaning
Amba Facilities Management Group
2014.11 - 2018.07
Cleaning
Marriott international
1999.03 - 2014.10
Cleaning
Mediterranean Palace 5 star Hotel
1994.02 - 1999.01
Diploma -
Diploma in Library Science
1992.02 - 1994.06
WEACE -
Army Day Secondary School
1986.09 - 1992.08
FLC -
Army Children Primary School
1980.01 - 1996.06
Level 1 English -
Manchester College
Entry Level 3 Maths
Manchester College