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Dang Gerald Kedze

Edmonton,AB

Summary

I excel at patronizing tasks, optimizing workflow, and building positive relationships with clients, my team, and the management I can understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across different cultures (culturally competent). Reliable worker with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills Effective planning, good time management, well organized, detail-oriented, and possess a high level of self-awareness and success focus. Highly collaborative by engaging stakeholders and building productive relationships across a wide range of team members, and family Excellent at client assessment, education, and advocacy. Excellent verbal skills in English and French Excellent knowledge of documentation Compassionate Youth Care Worker known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in behavior management, crisis intervention, and developmental support to cater to individual needs of youth. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child and Youth Care Worker

Maple Tree Consulting and Support Services
01.2024 - Current
  • Direct Care and Supervision: Provide hands-on care, supervision, and guidance to children and youth in various settings, residential, community-based, school, and structured environments
  • Emotional and Behavioral Support: Address emotional and behavioral challenges using therapeutic approaches and support positive social skills
  • Relationship Building: Develop trusting relationships with children and collaborate with families and professionals to support the child’s development
  • Crisis Intervention: Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and provide immediate support during emotional or behavioral outbursts
  • Participate in the Care Team through the ongoing development of care plans and programs
  • Perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning & organization

Child and Youth Care Worker (Casual)

CarePros
01.2022 - Current
  • Establish a relationship that guides and supports youth through mentorship, role modeling, and positive reinforcement
  • Supervise children/youth at home and in the community
  • Complete and maintain documentation of daily activities and observations
  • Participate in the Care Team through the ongoing development of care plans and programs
  • Perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning & organization

Direct Support Professional

Transition (Edmonton St Albert)
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Provide home care and assistance to individuals in need
  • Assist with meal preparation and ensure dietary needs are met
  • Utilize behavior management techniques to support individuals with challenging behaviors
  • Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to develop and implement care plans
  • Assist with lifting and transferring individuals as needed
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the home environment
  • Drive individuals to appointments, activities, and outings
  • Provide direct support in daily activities such as personal hygiene, medication administration, and mobility

Registered Nurse (Pediatric Unit)

DISTRICT HOSPITALS LIMBE CAMEROON
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Conducted health assessments to identify patients' health needs and develop individualized care plans
  • This includes monitoring vital signs, performing physical exams, and reviewing patients' medical history
  • Educated patients, families, and community members on disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, and management of chronic conditions
  • This includes providing information on nutrition, exercise, and medication management
  • Administered medications, monitoring patients for side effects, and ensuring medication adherence
  • This includes coordinating medication refills and communicating with physicians and pharmacists to ensure safe and effective medication use
  • Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, social services, and community organizations to ensure patients receive comprehensive care
  • This includes scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, and facilitating referrals to other healthcare providers
  • Advocated for patients' needs, including access to healthcare services, financial assistance, and social support
  • This includes collaborating with community organizations and social services to address patients' social determinants of health and improve health outcomes

Youth Counselor

Kribi Correctional Facility
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Assess each client’s needs making a treatment and development plan
  • Track improvements as you implement the plan
  • Provide counseling for juvenile offenders during their probation program and report clients’ progress to a judge or probation officer
  • Monitoring and recording behaviors and outcome progress
  • Supporting youth to be successful/working towards well-being

Education

M.D. - Business Administration

University Of Douala/SMU
Cameroon Buea
05-2018

Bachelor of - Nursing

Saint Monica University
Buea Cameroon
12-2015

Skills

  • Youth Advocacy
  • Abuse Identification
  • Resource Coordination
  • Shelter arrangements
  • Life Skills Instruction
  • Group and individual sessions
  • Records Management
  • Educational Support
  • Recreational Activities
  • Youth Supervision
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Mental Health Support
  • Behavior Management
  • Youth psychology
  • Plan of action development
  • Community Resources
  • Adolescent Counseling
  • Skill assessment

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR certification
  • Alberta Food Handling
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
  • Medication Certificate
  • Understanding Trauma in early childhood development
  • Indigenous Awareness
  • Naloxone
  • Suicide Assessment, intervention and management
  • Hazardous chemicals

References

Upon request

Languages

  • English
  • French

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Child and Youth Care Worker

Maple Tree Consulting and Support Services
01.2024 - Current

Child and Youth Care Worker (Casual)

CarePros
01.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Transition (Edmonton St Albert)
01.2019 - 01.2022

Registered Nurse (Pediatric Unit)

DISTRICT HOSPITALS LIMBE CAMEROON
01.2015 - 01.2019

Youth Counselor

Kribi Correctional Facility
01.2014 - 01.2019

M.D. - Business Administration

University Of Douala/SMU

Bachelor of - Nursing

Saint Monica University
Dang Gerald Kedze