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ESE Ekhomu

London,Ontario

Summary

Experienced social worker with a strong background in crisis response, trauma-informed practices, and mental health support. Skilled in developing emotional wellness programs and leading training initiatives, with a focus on delivering client-centered care, and advocacy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Work Manager

Henley Place
London, Ontario
11.2024 - Current
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments during admission, quarterly, and as needed.
  • Provided short-term, solution-focused counseling to residents and families to address grief, adjustment issues, caregiver stress, and transitional challenges.
  • Led staff training initiatives on trauma-informed care and elder abuse prevention.
  • Developed and implemented emotional wellness programs tailored to residents with cognitive impairment (e.g., dementia, Alzheimer's).
  • Collaborated with palliative care teams to support residents during end-of-life care, with dignity and compassion.
  • Maintained compliance with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care regulations, ensuring all psychosocial documentation and assessments met regulatory standards.
  • Provided grief and bereavement counseling to families, caregivers, and staff.
  • Actively participated in LTC inspections and implemented action plans for identified psychosocial service gaps.
  • Implemented programs for resident engagement, support groups, and mental health initiatives.
  • Developed individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and mental well-being.
  • Advocated for residents' psychosocial needs at interdisciplinary care conferences.
  • Liaised with residents, families, and external agencies for discharge planning.
  • Trained new staff on psychosocial protocols and family engagement techniques.
  • Facilitated family mediation sessions for residents with complex care needs.
  • Led mental health de-escalation during resident crises, and provided follow-up support.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care delivery.

Direct Support Worker

PHSS Medical & Complex Care
London, Ontario
03.2023 - Current



  • Provided in-home personal care and medication support to developmentally disabled clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and progress reports for each resident.
  • Engaged clients in daily living activities to promote independence.
  • Assisted with behavioral interventions and mobility support.
  • Supported recreational therapy programs and household tasks.
  • Monitored changes in client health, and coordinated updates with healthcare teams.
  • Educated clients and families on medication compliance and healthy routines.
  • Supported the development of life skills, including hygiene and nutrition management.
  • Assisted with communication through verbal cues, visual supports, or assistive technology, depending on the individual’s needs.
  • Responded calmly to challenging behaviors, using de-escalation techniques and behavioral support strategies.
  • Collaborated with team members to implement individualized care plans.
  • Supported communication between clients and healthcare professionals.

Social Work Counselor

Muslim Resource Centre For Social Support and Integration
London , Ontario
10.2021 - 11.2024
  • Provided counseling to individuals, families, and youth to support emotional well-being and coping with life challenges.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and access to necessary services and benefits.
  • Supervised interns who are completing their fieldwork requirements for social work degrees.
  • Monitored client progress by conducting regular follow-up visits in office or home settings.
  • Provided supportive counseling services for victims of abuse or neglect.
  • Provided a Coordinated Organization Response Team (CORT) approach to guide collaborative case planning and service delivery with community service providers.
  • Completed the required documentation in a timely manner, and collected client information into the organization’s data system, as required.
  • Developed crisis intervention strategies for at-risk individuals and families.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety.
  • Coached parents on parenting techniques such as behavioral modification methods or appropriate discipline measures.
  • Worked closely with public child welfare system staff, supervisors and court personnel to identify and mitigate barriers to timely permanency.
  • Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
  • Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals.
  • Provided crisis intervention services as needed during times of distress or emergency situations.

Social Work Intern

Windsor Homes Coalition INC
Windsor, Ontario
02.2021 - 04.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine clients' needs and resources.
  • Assessed client eligibility for housing assistance programs, and supported application completion.
  • Conducted housing stability assessments to identify risk factors for eviction or homelessness.
  • Educated clients on tenant rights, rental responsibilities, and landlord-tenant conflict resolution.
  • Assisted with move-in coordination, including furniture, transportation, and budgeting support.
  • Monitored follow-up care plans to ensure ongoing housing retention, and access to wraparound services.
  • Participated in team meetings to review complex housing cases and develop intervention strategies.
  • Helped streamline intake processes for new residents.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support during emergency situations for clients.
  • Collaborated with external agencies to coordinate services for client support.
  • Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.

Social Work Intern

Berkshire Care Centre
Windsor, Ontario
09.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and logged detailed notes.
    Supported discharge planning and psychosocial programming.
  • Developed individualized care plans addressing residents’ emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
  • Provided supportive counseling to residents coping with adjustment, illness, or grief.
  • Advocated for residents' rights, dignity, and culturally responsive care.
  • Assisted families in navigating health system processes, including Power of Attorney, and consent.
  • Co-facilitated recreational and therapeutic groups aimed at enhancing quality of life.
  • Monitored residents for signs of depression, isolation, or cognitive decline, and reported to clinical teams.
  • Documented all social work interventions in compliance with privacy and regulatory standards.
  • Participated in team rounds to provide input on patient care plans.
  • Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, and logged detailed notes.

Volunteer

Street Help
Windsor , Ontario
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Packaged and distributed food to the homeless community.
  • Engaged directly with community members to provide emotional support and build trust.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers and staff to maintain an organized and respectful distribution process.
  • Assisted in setting up donation stations, and managed the inventory of food and supplies.
  • Helped connect individuals to local services and shelters through referrals and informal support.
  • Supported coordination of a three-day outreach event.
  • Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
  • Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.

Case Worker

Disability Rights Advocacy Center (DRAC)
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided case management services to assist youth in meeting their goals through referrals and advocacy efforts.
  • Reviewed medical records and other pertinent documents to evaluate the severity of a disability.
  • Attended conferences, workshops, seminars related to healthcare advocacy or patient rights.
  • Advocates on behalf of families when needed in order to ensure that their rights are respected and their needs are met.
  • Served as an advocate for students' rights and interests within the school system.
  • Ensured that all union members were informed of their rights under the contract.
  • Provided advocacy support by helping clients understand their rights and responsibilities.

Education

Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work

University of Windsor
Windsor, ON
06-2021

High School Diploma -

Sacred Heart High School
Edo, Nigeria
05-2018

Skills

  • Registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), health and safety, and violence prevention training
  • CPR and first aid certification
  • Crisis intervention and applied suicide intervention skills training (ASIST)
  • Crisis Intervention Training (CPI)
  • Proficient in Microsoft applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • B-Safer certification
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Good listening and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Social Work Manager

Henley Place
11.2024 - Current

Direct Support Worker

PHSS Medical & Complex Care
03.2023 - Current

Social Work Counselor

Muslim Resource Centre For Social Support and Integration
10.2021 - 11.2024

Social Work Intern

Windsor Homes Coalition INC
02.2021 - 04.2021

Social Work Intern

Berkshire Care Centre
09.2020 - 02.2021

Volunteer

Street Help
05.2019 - 11.2019

Case Worker

Disability Rights Advocacy Center (DRAC)
05.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work

University of Windsor

High School Diploma -

Sacred Heart High School

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