Pious Chiwereza
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia,KH
Summary
Dedicated Support Worker with proven expertise in enhancing client wellness and independence, gained at Corner House Old Age. Skilled in daily living support and emotional encouragement, I excel in multitasking and patient support, ensuring optimal care. Achieved significant improvements in clients' social skills and general wellness through personalized, client-centered approaches.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Corner House Old Age
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Health Care Assistant
Sussan Rocky Foundation
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
Education
No Degree - Certificate in Nurse Aid And Advanced First Aid
Red Cross
Zimbabwe01.2023
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional Support
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Transportation Assistance
- Clean Driving Record
- Recreational Activities
- Multitasking
- Patient support
Additional Information
Covid 19 Vaccination certificate
Driving license
Clear criminal record
Ielts Results
TB results
Timeline
Support Worker
Corner House Old Age
01.2020 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Sussan Rocky Foundation
01.2018 - 12.2019
No Degree - Certificate in Nurse Aid And Advanced First Aid
Red Cross