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Certification
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Oluwasanmi Olaajayi

Oluwasanmi Olaajayi

Athy,Ireland

Summary

Direct Support / Social Care Worker specialising in person-centred support for adults with intellectual disabilities. Proven abilities in crisis de-escalation, planning centred on individuals, and promoting community involvement and participation. Demonstrates a strong record of working with external agencies and building solid relationships with clients and families. Employing a human-rights approach supports service users.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Direct Support / Social Care Worker

Talbot Group / The Ranch
Carragh, Co Kildare
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided emotional and physical support to over 80 service users with different special needs.
  • Advocated on behalf of service users as needed, safeguarding their rights and interests consistently.
  • Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring effective health management.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintained confidentiality and safeguarded service users' information in line with privacy policies.
  • Encouraged independence through daily life skills training, enhancing clients’ autonomy.
  • Coordinated recreational activities to promote social interaction and overall well-being.
  • Engaged family members about patient progress, strengthening communication between home and care.
  • Conducted regular assessments of client needs, adapting care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring enhanced comfort and convenience for patients.
  • Maintained accurate record-keeping practices consistently; ensured transparency in client progress reports and adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Encouraged open communication to foster positive work culture.
  • Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within team.
  • Maintained detailed records on client progress, aiding in treatment planning and evaluation,.
  • Provided personal grooming assistance to enhance self-esteem and dignity of clients,.
  • Devised personalised care plans by coordinating with other team members for optimal outcomes.

Security assistant/Citywest Covid Centre

Superior Group
Citywest , Ireland
06.2020 - 06.2022
  • Monitored CCTV footage closely, detecting potential threats early on.
  • Handled lost property cases meticulously, reuniting items with their rightful owners.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments to prevent any potential hazards.
  • Assisted in execution of emergency response plans with diligence and precision.
  • Applied conflict resolution skills effectively, diffusing tense situations without violence.
  • Responded promptly to alarm activations for maintaining secure environment.
  • Provided high-level security to visitors, staff and assets by patrolling premises.
  • Facilitated fire drills twice annually for heightened staff preparedness.
  • Received praise from superiors for outstanding vigilance and quick thinking under pressure.
  • Administered access control systems, ensuring only authorised personnel gained entry.
  • Managed health and safety protocols for safer workplace.

Healthcare support worker/Work Placement

The Muiriosa Foundation Ltd, Dove House Community.
Portlaoise, Laois
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to distressed or lonely residents.
  • Supported implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Enabled better understanding between healthcare team members by acting as liaison between them.
  • Maintained clean, safe environment for all patients.
  • Facilitated social activities for patients, boosting morale and well-being.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social, Political & Community Studies.

St. Patrick Carlow College3rd-Year/Work Placement Completed
Carlow, County Carlow
08.2023 -

Foundation Degree in Arts - Advanced Certificate in Social, Health and Community Studies

Portlaoise College, Institute of Further Education
Portlaoise, Laois
05.2019 - 06.2020

NVQ Level 5 - Creative Digital Media

Portlaoise College, Institute of Further Education
Portlaoise, Laois
06.2016 - 05.2017

Skills

  • Disability rights knowledge
  • Child protection understanding
  • Proficiency in record keeping
  • Excellent report writing
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Data protection compliance
  • Client assessment
  • Safeguarding awareness
  • Crisis de-escalation,
  • Care planning
  • Effective communication
  • Reflective practice

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Proficient (C2)

Certification

Script Writer Certificates

Employee and Talent Recruiting Licence

Irish Full Driver's License

First Aid

Manual Handling

Medication Competency

PMCB

Accomplishments

Staff of the Year Award.

Service User's Family Favourite Staff Award.

Best Dressed/Most Fashionable Staff award.

Affiliations

  • Soccer/Football
  • Swimming
  • Watching Movies
  • Script Writing
  • Exercise

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Social, Political & Community Studies.

St. Patrick Carlow College3rd-Year/Work Placement Completed
08.2023 -

Direct Support / Social Care Worker

Talbot Group / The Ranch
08.2022 - Current

Security assistant/Citywest Covid Centre

Superior Group
06.2020 - 06.2022

Healthcare support worker/Work Placement

The Muiriosa Foundation Ltd, Dove House Community.
01.2020 - 06.2020

Foundation Degree in Arts - Advanced Certificate in Social, Health and Community Studies

Portlaoise College, Institute of Further Education
05.2019 - 06.2020

NVQ Level 5 - Creative Digital Media

Portlaoise College, Institute of Further Education
06.2016 - 05.2017

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