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Colman Okoye

Oakville,ON

Summary

Experienced social worker specializing in crisis intervention and client support. Skilled in assessing safety risks and fostering positive relationships to ensure high-quality care. Adept at coordinating comprehensive care plans and maintaining thorough documentation for compliance. Proven track record of effective communication with healthcare professionals.

Skills

  • crisis de-escalation
  • Mental health support
  • Client advocacy
  • Resource coordination
  • Empathy and active listening
  • Client-centered care
  • Communication and active listening
  • Crisis awareness
  • Time management
  • Teamwork and professionalism
  • Client advocacy
  • Professional communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Ethnic and professional practice

Work History

Social service worker student

conestoga college
Guelph, Ontario
01.2026 - Current
  • Gaining foundational knowledge in social service systems, human behavior, and client support.
  • Developing skills in client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practice.
  • Learning ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.
  • Applying systems theory to understand individual, family, and community needs.
  • Increasing awareness of diverse populations, multiculturalism, and social justice issues.
  • Practicing documentation, referral processes, and basic case management concepts.
  • Building communication skills through case studies, role plays, and group work.

Volunteer experience/Family Caregiver

SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
gwagwalada, Abuja,FCT,Abuja
11.2024 - 12.2025
  • Developed positive client relationships to enhance care support.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Provided ongoing support to family or community members with health, housing, or daily needs.
  • Assisted with appointment scheduling, transportation, and documentation.
  • demonstrated reliability, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Built trust while respecting client autonomy and privacy.

Social Worker/Home Support Worker

KENTRICK CENTER FOR HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION
Owerri, Imo State
03.2020 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans by collaborating with healthcare providers.
  • Maintained accurate client records through detailed documentation practices.
  • Provided immediate crisis intervention during emergency situations.
  • Developed positive client relationships to enhance care support.
  • Assessed safety risks for vulnerable children in various care settings.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Supported individuals and families in navigating community resources and services.
  • I practiced active listening and empathy when assisting the client in a stressful situation.
  • Worked with a diverse population using a client-centered and strength-based approach.
  • maintained professional boundaries and confidentiality.
  • I helped the client with advocacy, referral, and basic case support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Abia State University
Uturu,Abia State,Nigeria.
09-2023

Languages

English
Professional
Igbo
Professional

Certification

G license

Accomplishments

Second Class Honors

References

References available upon request.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificates

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