Derrick Dwumfour
Educator
St. John's,NL
Summary
Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 10 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Breast Care International
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Community Support Worker
North Suntreso Medical Center
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
- Enlisted support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups.
- Received and resolved average of 50 calls each week regarding complaints and problems.
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
- Participated in community events and activities to increase awareness of available social services.
Social Worker (Intern)
Community Development
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Engaged in educational sessions with clients on social issues, pressing needs and livelihood opportunities
- Registered and updated names of clients
- Helped resolve conflicts among clients
- Prepared meals for clients
- Assisted clients to budget and plan
- Distributed government funds to clients
- Assisted wheelchair-bound clients with moving around
- Assisted the elderly, disabled and female victims of domestic violence to get in touch with relevant government departments
Social Worker - Child and Youth
Ankaase Methodist Hospital
05.2011 - 04.2013
- Engaged clients on social issues, pressing needs and livelihood opportunities
- Conducted community surveys to ascertain clients’ needs and how to solve them
- Ordered and administered medication to clients
- Distributed government funds to clients
- Cooked meals for clients
- Assisted the elderly, disabled and female victims of domestic violence to get in touch with relevant government departments
Education
No Degree - Master of Education
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's10.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Science And Technology
Kumasi Ghana06.2014
High School Diploma -
KNUST Senior High School
Kumasi Ghana05.2009
Skills
- Life Skills Development
- Presentation Design
- Transcription and Dictation
- Emotional Support
- Spreadsheet Development
- Daily Living Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Support Worker
Breast Care International
08.2019 - 08.2023
Community Support Worker
North Suntreso Medical Center
08.2015 - 05.2019
Social Worker (Intern)
Community Development
05.2013 - 04.2015
Social Worker - Child and Youth
Ankaase Methodist Hospital
05.2011 - 04.2013
No Degree - Master of Education
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
KNUST Senior High School
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