Olaniran Olakanye
Mount Isa,QLD
Summary
Skilled in youth supervision and safety monitoring, I enhanced client wellness at Abilifly through empathetic support and achieved positive behavioral changes in at-risk youth at Abesan Youth and Juvenile Center. Leveraging collaborative skills and attention to detail, I consistently improved patient and client satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in care and support services. Empathetic Youth Worker passionate about providing meaningful support and services to clients. Excellent communicator bringing Number years of comprehensive experience developing and implementing core programs to meet needs for self-development, homelessness and drug and alcohol abuse. Creative and understanding professional commended for modeling and teaching life skills and promoting diversity by exposing clients to multicultural experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Abilifly
06.2024 - 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.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Enhanced clients' daily living skills by providing tailored support in activities such as cooking and budgeting.
Youth Worker
Abesan Youth and Juvenile Center
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modeling respectful communication techniques.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each young person by partnering with school personnel or other service providers when appropriate.
- Ensured program compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations through consistent record-keeping and reporting practices.
- Strengthened family connections with regular communication and support sessions, reducing instances of youth homelessness.
Nursing Assistant
Crystal Health Hospital
09.2010 - 12.2022
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Cashier
Musroq Mall Ipaja, Lagos
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
Education
Certificate IV In Youth Work - Youth Work
Strategix Training Group
OnlineDiploma In Accounting -
The Polytechnic Ibadan
Ibadan City, Oyo State, Nigeria07.2006
Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
Cassette College
Wasimi06.2001
Primary School Leaving Certificate -
St. Peters RCM Primary School
Baikin, Ondo State, Nigeria 07.1995
Skills
- Youth supervision
- Collaborative skills
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Data Entry Skill
- Good communication skills
- Safety Monitoring
Reference
Abilifly care services: Faith.Okoh@abilifly.com.au
Timeline
Support Worker
Abilifly
06.2024 - Current
Youth Worker
Abesan Youth and Juvenile Center
01.2023 - 05.2024
Nursing Assistant
Crystal Health Hospital
09.2010 - 12.2022
Cashier
Musroq Mall Ipaja, Lagos
09.2006 - 08.2010
Certificate IV In Youth Work - Youth Work
Strategix Training Group
Diploma In Accounting -
The Polytechnic Ibadan
Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
Cassette College
Primary School Leaving Certificate -
St. Peters RCM Primary School
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