Polite Kanyungwe
Caregiver And Lay Counselor
Ixopo
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
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Work History
Lay Counselor
Ixopo Clinic
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Receive clinic visitors in friendly ,open and non judgemental mannerand help them.
- Provide confidential free HIV, STI and pregnancy testing.
- Recording vital signs which include TB testing, sputum screening, blood sugar and HB.
- Conduct pre and post test counseling to individuals who are being tested in the counseling room.
Caregiver
Cowep Center
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Caregiver
Siwa Old Age Home
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted patients with home health care services which includes bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, assisting with exercises, administering medication and providing support.
Education
Certificate - Caregiver And Lay Counselling
Luntala Caregivers College
Umzimukhulu, Kwazulu-Natal 04.2001 -
Skills
Self care to manage stress of work
Professional development
Non judgemental
Good listener
Reliable
Time management and shift work experience
Communication abilities
Observant and well organised leadership
Flexible and team building abilities
Timeline
Lay Counselor
Ixopo Clinic
12.2023 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Cowep Center
11.2023 - 12.2023
Caregiver
Siwa Old Age Home
10.2023 - 11.2023
Certificate - Caregiver And Lay Counselling
Luntala Caregivers College
04.2001 -