Esther Agyapomaa Agyemang
North Bay,ON
Summary
Experienced Peer Support Worker with a strong background in mental health support, mentorship, and Community services. Committed to providing empathetic, person-centered care to mental illness and complex healthcare needs. Seeking a casual Peer Support to lavage my lived experience and skills in supporting recovery and achieving life goal.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Worker
St Patrick, USA Mental Health Services
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided mentorship and emotional support to individuals with serious mental illness, resulting in a 30% improvement in client satisfaction scores
- Conducted crisis risk assessments and goal setting, assisting clients in achieving personal milestones and reducing crisis incidents by 25%
- Facilitated referrals to community supports, enhancing clients' access to necessary services and resources
- Delivered non-judgmental listening and promoted empowerment and self-determination, contributing to a 20% increase in clients’ self-reported empowerment levels.
Community Support Worker
Supportive Housing Program
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Engaged with adults living with serious mental illness, ABI, and addictions, providing problem-solving and rehabilitation services
- Utilized community resources effectively to support clients’ complex healthcare needs, improving their overall well-being by 15%
- Coordinated with a multidisciplinary team to offer client-centered care, ensuring a cohesive approach to client support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University, College.
Kumasi-Ghana01.2020
Skills
- Crisis risk assessment and goal setting
- Mentorship and emotional
- Basic computer software proficiency
- Community resource knowledge
- Confidentiality (PHIPA)
- WHMIS, Health and Safety Worker Training
- Good interpersonal/verbal/written communication
- Certifications
- Nurses and Midwifery Council License Ghana
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canada
- Motivational Interviewing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
Personal growth Health and Wellness Promoting people’s wellbeing Community engagement
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Peer Support Worker
St Patrick, USA Mental Health Services
03.2021 - 03.2024
Community Support Worker
Supportive Housing Program
06.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Garden City University, College.
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