Joyce Apotchie
Camberley,UK
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated individual seeking a position as a Care Assistant. Eager to contribute my strong interpersonal skills and genuine desire to help others in providing high-quality care to residents or patients in a healthcare setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
My Hands Are Bless Care Home
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas within the facility.
- Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted patients with personal care by bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Developed relationships with residents and patients through meaningful conversation.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
- Monitored individuals to identify and address specific care needs.
Caterer
My Hands Are Bless Catering
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with clients to plan event venues, menus and budgets.
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Prepared food items for catering events including salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts.
- Provided direction to staff during setup and service of catered events.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff and other personnel to ensure smooth operation at catered functions.
- Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
- Adjusted recipes as needed based on customer feedback or dietary requirements.
- Adhered strictly to health regulations when storing, handling, cooking, and serving foods at catered functions.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Catherine Senior High School
Accra, GhanaCatering
My Hands Are Bless Catering School
Accra, GhanaSkills
- Mobility Support
- Patient Companionship
- Excellent communication skills
- Daily Living Assistance
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Strong observation and listening abilities
- Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
- Basic Housekeeping
Timeline
Care Assistant
My Hands Are Bless Care Home
11.2022 - 09.2023
Caterer
My Hands Are Bless Catering
01.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
St. Catherine Senior High School
Catering
My Hands Are Bless Catering School
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