Benjamin kwasi Ofori Debrah
Montreal,QC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Ghana Basketball Association
07.2019 - 03.2024
- Organized and coordinated volunteer activities in accordance with organizational objectives.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers, staff, and management to ensure effective coordination of tasks.
- Developed detailed plans for volunteer assignments and monitored progress of projects.
- Assessed individual skills and interests of each volunteer to match them with suitable tasks or roles within the organization.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members or between staff members and volunteers when needed.
Kids Club Associate
Kamal foundation
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided quality customer service to children and parents.
- Organized a variety of activities for kids such as arts and crafts, sports, games, movies.
- Developed relationships with children and families to ensure their satisfaction with the Kids Club services.
- Ensured that all equipment was used safely by teaching proper techniques to participants.
- Planned special events such as birthday parties or holiday celebrations for members of Kids Club.
- Administered first aid treatment when necessary during emergencies within the facility.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
Healthcare Assistant
Ghana Police Service
02.2012 - 04.2023
- Assisted in scheduling and preparing patient appointments.
- Provided assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities such as bathing, dressing and feeding patients.
- Assisted in the administration of medication under the supervision of a nurse or physician.
- Conducted patient education on health topics related to their condition.
- Interacted with patients in a compassionate manner to ensure their comfort during procedures or examinations.
- Participated in training sessions regarding new policies, procedures, equipment usage.
- Provided emotional support to family members who were dealing with illness or death of loved ones.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
- Also was the lead instructor, for teaching Combat medicine
Martial Arts Instructor
University of Ghana Legon
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for martial arts classes.
- Conducted warm-up exercises, strhing, and strength training activities.
- Instructed students on proper technique of punches, kicks, throws, holds, blocks and self-defense tactics.
- Monitored student performance in class to ensure safety regulations were followed.
- Assisted in the development of physical conditioning programs for students at all levels of ability.
- Created individualized training plans based on student needs and abilities.
- Evaluated student's proficiency levels in various martial arts techniques such as grappling, striking, blocking.
- Motivated students through positive reinforcement techniques such as rewards or recognition.
- Explained theory behind martial arts techniques such as balance control, timing or footwork drills.
- Instilled discipline and respect in students, as well as proper dojang etiquette.
- Demonstrated proper martial arts techniques and helped students practice and master techniques and embrace individual learning needs and realistic goals for advancement.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Assistant
Encephal College of Health
Ghana 12-2023
Certificate - Advanced Cardic Life Support (ACLS)
NHCPS
London, ON07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Kumasi Technical University
Kumasi08-2013
Advanced Diploma - Sports And Exercise Medicine
University of Education Winneba
Ghana 07-2011
Skills
- Teamwork And Collaboration
- Group Facilitation
- Volunteer Recruitment Strategy
- Volunteer Recognition Planning
- Crisis Resolution
- Emotional Support
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Circulation Support
- First Aid
- Job Training
- Worker Safety
- Safety Awareness
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Support
- Patient Care
Timeline
Kids Club Associate
Kamal foundation
02.2022 - 11.2023
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Ghana Basketball Association
07.2019 - 03.2024
Martial Arts Instructor
University of Ghana Legon
04.2018 - 10.2020
Healthcare Assistant
Ghana Police Service
02.2012 - 04.2023
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Assistant
Encephal College of Health
Certificate - Advanced Cardic Life Support (ACLS)
NHCPS
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Kumasi Technical University
Advanced Diploma - Sports And Exercise Medicine
University of Education Winneba
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