Maureen Catherine Kagoya
Kampala
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Senior Caregiver with a proven track record at Kyeeyo Initiative Uganda, enhancing patient well-being through personalized care and emotional support. Skilled in medication management and relationship building, I significantly improved client health outcomes. Committed to advancing professional development within the caregiving community.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Caregiver
Kyeeyo Initiative Uganda. (NGO)
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Social Work Volunteer
Hospice Uganda
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Exhibited excellent communications and customer service relations skills.
- Assisted in developing and implementing systems to track volunteer hours and progress.
- Developed volunteer training program to teach new volunteers best practices.
- Established and maintained relationships with local organizations to coordinate volunteer efforts.
- Maintained clean facilities to better serve program needs.
- Distributed flyers and organized clothing drive to benefit homeless veterans.
- Developed communication strategies to promote charity events.
- Hosted monthly meetings with volunteers to discuss upcoming events and initiatives.
- Assisted in organizing local charity events to raise funds for disadvantaged families.
- Led weekly volunteer team to clean up public parks and create safe environment for children.
- Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
Education
Diploma In Social Work And Social Administration - Arts And Social Science
Kampala University.
Kampala 03.2017
Skills
- Behavior redirection
- Feeding Assistance
- Compassionate Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Medication Administration
- Medication Management
- Emotional Support
- Mobility support
- Basic Housekeeping
- Data Confidentiality
- Safe Patient Transportation
- Time Management
- Progress Documentation
- Relationship Building
- First aid and safety
- Patient Companionship
- Meal Preparation
- Customer Service
- Language Fluency
- Patient Care
Languages
English
Elementary (A2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Senior Caregiver
Kyeeyo Initiative Uganda. (NGO)
12.2021 - Current
Social Work Volunteer
Hospice Uganda
08.2016 - 08.2019
Diploma In Social Work And Social Administration - Arts And Social Science
Kampala University.