Faith Chukwueke
Summary
Detail oriented, dedicated, caring and experienced support worker, committed to providing a high level of care to the elderly, adult, children that has developed physical and mental disorder or autism. Looking to help clients continue living independent lives by showing empathy and respect, providing the highest level of care and support to improve clients quality of life. A team player with deep knowledge of social care standards and ready to apply these standards in different categories of care; that takes pride in ensuring that confidentiality and dignity is maintained at all times.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Support Worker
Developmental Disabilities Association
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with dress guidance, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided care for adults and adolescents with substance abuse disorders and other mental disabilities.
- Provided care for children with autism and developmental disorder.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Shopped for groceries regularly to keep the house stocked up with necessities.
- Assisted clients with self administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Support Worker
Teju Specialist
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Built trusting relationship with clients and offer them emotional support and company.
- Supervised and cared for clients diagnosed with dementia.
- Worked together with other medical staff to coordinate the patients treatment.
- Handled crisis situations effectively and employing de-escalation strategies and documentations.
- Kept close tabs on patients, making note of any noticeable shifts in their health or demeanor.
- Assisted clients daily with activities such as prescription administration, meal preparation and personal hygiene.
- Helped clients maintain a tidy home, assisted with laundry, cleaning, and organization.
Community Support Worker
Lagos FoodBank
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensured the homes of clients were comfortable and clean during home visits.
- Helped the organization in reviewing and monitoring its budget, including analysis of expenditure.
- Developed lifestyle plans for disabled community member with the guidance of experienced staff members.
- Provided personal assistance to elderly community members; helping them bathe, dress and eat.
- Focused on personal hygiene, mental stimulations and overall wellbeing of community members on site events.
Education
Diploma - Food Safety
Alison Online Career Education
Ireland11.2023
Higher National Diploma - Cooperative Economics And Management
IMT
Enugu09.2017
Skills
- Excellent communication skill
- Hygiene and personal care, health and safety
- Crisis management
- Organization
- community care, monitoring and recording vital signs and information
- Team work and collaboration
- Confidentiality, interpersonal skills and empathy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CPR, AED and First Aide - Save a Life Certification by NHCPS
- Internet and Computing Core Certification (ICT) - AFRI-HUB
Timeline
Residential Support Worker
Developmental Disabilities Association
10.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Teju Specialist
07.2021 - 08.2023
Community Support Worker
Lagos FoodBank
04.2019 - 06.2021
Diploma - Food Safety
Alison Online Career Education
Higher National Diploma - Cooperative Economics And Management
IMT
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