Catherine Okebaram
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Support Worker
Strive Living
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Served as a mentor figure offering guidance on academic pursuits, interpersonal conflicts resolution techniques.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for youth development and wellbeing.
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
Mental Health Support Worker
Progressive Housing Inc.
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Educated clients and families about dangers of substance abuse and addiction.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Caregiver
Right At Home Care
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Education
Master of Science - Global Health And Human Service Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Vancouver, Canada05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi Ghana07.2016
High School Diploma -
Salvation Heights Secondary School
Port Harcourt Rivers State07.2010
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Conflict de-escalation
- Interpersonal Skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Homeless policy
- WHIMS
- Naloxone training
- Certified in CPR
- Mandts
- NVCI
- Food safe
- Current TB test
Timeline
Youth Support Worker
Strive Living
12.2023 - 05.2024
Mental Health Support Worker
Progressive Housing Inc.
12.2022 - 05.2024
Caregiver
Right At Home Care
09.2022 - 03.2024
Master of Science - Global Health And Human Service Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
Salvation Heights Secondary School
- Homeless policy
- WHIMS
- Naloxone training
- Certified in CPR
- Mandts
- NVCI
- Food safe
- Current TB test
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