Mary Buabeng
Marion,SA
Summary
Proven in enhancing client well-being and autonomy, I have thrived at Calvary through my expertise in aged care and by fostering engagement with the senior members. My passion for helping others is driven by my kind and nurturing personality, striving to provide more support and accessibility for those who do not have it. Throughout nine years of aged care work, I have enjoyed getting to know each and every senior, learning their stories and passions as well. My strong listening skills have helped bond easily with seniors who have dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Individual Support Worker
Private Individual
09.2023 - Current
- Supported clients in maintaining personal interests or hobbies, fostering a sense of purpose and engagement.
- Assisted clients in navigating transportation options for increased autonomy in attending appointments or community events.
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific needs and promote independence.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized and compassionate care in daily activities.
- Communicated effectively with many family members regarding updates on client status, concerns, or achievements.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to guidelines.
- Assisted over 100+ clients with personal hygiene tasks for improved health and comfort.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment for clients through housekeeping tasks and organization.
- Facilitated social interactions and community involvement for increased quality of life.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Aged Care Worker
Calvary
06.2014 - Current
- Assisted over 100+ residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Increased resident satisfaction ratings through a consistent focus on effective communication and empathetic caregiving.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
Kitchen Hand
Kiwi Gardens
02.2011 - 02.2012
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment each day.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies twice daily.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed in the kitchen.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
Education
Infection Control - Aged Care
Calvary
Marion, SA01.2024
Certificate III Aged Care - Aged Care
Wade Vocational Training
Adelaide, SA04.2014
Manual Handling - Aged Care
Wade Vocational Training
Marion, SA02.2014
High School Diploma -
Methodist High School
Ghana2009
Skills
Goal Setting and Monitoring
Safety awareness
Behavioural support
Documentation and Record Keeping
Transportation Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Time Management
Elderly Care
Dementia Care
Flexible schedule and availability
Personal Hygiene Assistance
End of life care
Certification
- Certificate III Aged Care, Wade Vocational training 1/06/14
Cooking
I am a avid fan of cooking, as it allows me to experiment with new ingredients and cook something delicious for my siblings. I culture a garden which I like to utilise for ingredients in my cooking.
Timeline
Individual Support Worker
Private Individual
09.2023 - Current
Aged Care Worker
Calvary
06.2014 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Kiwi Gardens
02.2011 - 02.2012
Infection Control - Aged Care
Calvary
Certificate III Aged Care - Aged Care
Wade Vocational Training
Manual Handling - Aged Care
Wade Vocational Training
High School Diploma -
Methodist High School
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