DCDaphny Chachora
@daphnychachora
Compassionate Personal Support Worker with 7+ years' hands-on eldercare experience.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dependable Personal Support Worker with over seven years of direct-care experience across hospitals, nursing homes, and home-care settings. I specialize in dementia and Alzheimer’s support, medication assistance, mobility and manual handling, and delivering respectful, dignity-centered care while working closely with nursing teams.
I hold a Diploma in Caregiving and multiple certificates including Dementia Care and Advanced First Aid, and I am prepared to relocate to rural Canada under LMIA or RNIP programs. I consistently document observations accurately, promote patient safety and infection control, and engage clients in meaningful activities to support their physical and emotional well-being.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Personal Support Worker
The Gratitude
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Provide personal hygiene, mobility, feeding and medication reminders for residents; collaborate with RNs to implement individualized care plans and document observations to maintain resident safety and wellbeing.
Care Assistant
Memorial Hospital
Jan 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 11 months)
Assisted patients with daily care in a fast-paced hospital ward, supported those with chronic conditions and disabilities, and maintained infection prevention and safety standards.
Support Worker
Light of Light
Jan 2012 - Dec 2018 (6 years 11 months)
Delivered home-based support to clients to promote independence and community integration, maintained hygiene and safe home environments, and assisted with daily living tasks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Certificate in Child Care, Health & Safety
Certificate, Child Care
Certificate training in child care, health, and safety best practices.
Diploma in Caregiving
Diploma, Caregiving
Completed a Diploma in Caregiving focused on practical care skills for vulnerable populations.
Certificate in Dementia Care
Certificate, Dementia Care
Completed specialized training in dementia care techniques and management.
Certificate in Elderly Care & Caring for the Disabled
Certificate, Elderly Care
Certificate focused on elderly care and support for persons with disabilities.
Chiswiti Secondary School
GCE, General Education
Completed General Certificate of Education at Chiswiti Secondary School.
ACAdvanced First Aid (Red Cross)
Certificate, First Aid
Completed Advanced First Aid training through the Red Cross.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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