Mariam Adekola

Support Worker | Healthcare Assistant
Leicester, UK.

About

Highly compassionate and dependable Support Worker and Healthcare Assistant with 5+ years of expertise in delivering person-centered care across diverse settings, including nursing homes and dementia care facilities. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity and independence through comprehensive personal care, daily living assistance, and engaging activities. Consistently uphold high standards of care, ensuring full compliance with safeguarding protocols and professional requirements.

Work

Pearson Anderson Care Agency
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Ibc Healthcare - Support Day Service

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Summary

Coordinated and delivered engaging therapeutic and recreational programs, fostering client independence, social skills, and overall well-being within a support day service.

Highlights

Facilitated engaging activities and social interactions, significantly enhancing client independence and social skills.

Provided compassionate emotional support and companionship, promoting community involvement and mental well-being for clients.

Assisted clients with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation, upholding dignity and independence.

Maintained meticulous records and paperwork, ensuring full compliance with care standards and regulatory requirements.

Developed and implemented tailored therapeutic and recreation programs based on individual client needs and goals.

We Change Lives
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Support Worker

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Summary

Provided comprehensive person-centered care and emotional support to service users, fostering independence and dignity in daily living activities.

Highlights

Delivered high-quality personal care and emotional support to diverse service users, consistently upholding dignity and respect.

Facilitated independence and inclusion by providing physical support and assisting with household tasks and personal care.

Maintained accurate daily records and documentation, ensuring compliance with care standards and confidentiality protocols.

Organized and led social and recreational activities, enhancing service user engagement and personal skill development.

Educated service users on essential life skills, including shopping, public transport usage, and financial management.

Chestnuts Arnesby Care Home
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Care Home Assistant

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Summary

Delivered essential personal care and comprehensive support to residents, ensuring comfort, safety, and well-being in a care home environment.

Highlights

Provided direct personal care, including washing, clothing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, ensuring resident comfort and hygiene.

Assisted residents with safe moving, handling, and repositioning, minimizing risk and enhancing comfort.

Monitored and accurately reported changes in residents' health, conduct, and overall well-being to the care team.

Adhered strictly to infection control and health & safety procedures, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.

Supported resident social engagement and emotional well-being, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere.

The Willow's Care Home
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Residential Care Assistant

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Summary

Supported residents with daily routines and life skills development, ensuring compliance with care standards in a residential setting.

Highlights

Assisted residents with daily routines, meal assistance, and household tasks, promoting a structured and supportive environment.

Utilized hoists, wheelchairs, and walking aids effectively to facilitate safe movement and mobility for residents.

Actively encouraged independence and the development of essential life skills among residents.

Maintained accurate paperwork and ensured compliance with all care standards and regulatory requirements.

Monitored and reported changes in resident health or conduct, contributing to proactive care adjustments.

Kingsfield Court
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Dementia Care Assistant

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Summary

Provided specialized dementia care, focusing on safety, emotional support, and personalized interventions to enhance resident well-being.

Highlights

Maintained a safe environment through strict adherence to infection control and health & safety practices.

Delivered specialized support to residents living with dementia, tailoring care to individual cognitive capacities.

Provided emotional support and comfort to residents and their families, fostering a supportive community.

Assisted with daily routines, adapting approaches to accommodate variable cognitive capacities of residents.

Implemented personalized care plans and memory-enhancing exercises, promoting cognitive engagement and quality of life.

Education

De Montfort University Leicester
Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

International Business

Kwara State University
Kwara State, Kwara, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Business Administration

Certificates

Manual Handling

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Care Certificate

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Basic Life Support

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Dementia Care

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Behaviours That Challenge

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Learning Disability

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Mental Health Awareness

Issued By

Care Skills Academy

Skills

Patient Care & Support

Person-Centered Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability Support, Mental Health Support, Personal Care Assistance, Daily Living Activities, Mobility Assistance, Emotional Support, Companionship.

Operational & Compliance

Record Keeping, Documentation Management, Care Standards Compliance, Health & Safety Protocols, Infection Control, Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Risk Monitoring.

Activity & Program Coordination

Activity Planning, Recreational Activities, Therapeutic Programs, Community Involvement, Skill Development Support, Life Skills Education.

Physical Assistance & Mobility

Manual Handling, Hoisting, Repositioning, Mobility Support, First Aid.

Interpersonal & Communication

Active Listening, Empathy, Team Collaboration, Client Engagement, Reporting.

Mariam Adekola