James Nzekwe
Calgary,AB
Summary
Compassionate mental health worker with strong dedication to helping individuals in need of mental health support. Skilled in providing patient-centered care and evidence-based interventions. Possesses deep understanding of mental health and behavioral sciences with ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
Federal Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
- Supported continuity of care after discharge with individualized discharge plans.
- Revised individual treatment plans for clients with mental health concerns to obtain best possible outcomes.
- Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services.
- Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.
- Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services.
Mental Health Aide
Federal Medical Center
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
Owerri Nigeria09.2017
Skills
- Boundary Setting
- Suicide Prevention
- Recovery planning
- Motivational Interviewing
- Medication monitoring
- Intake Assessment
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Individualized service plans
- Discharge Planning
- Service Coordination
- Family Support
- Developing relationships
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- CRS - Certified Recovery Specialist
- AED - Automated External Defibrillator
- First- Aid
Reading, Writing and Languages
My hobbies of reading, writing, and exploring language are more than just pastimes, they're my passions. Through reading, I immerse myself in diverse worlds, gaining new perspectives and insights with each book. Writing allows me to express my creativity and share my thoughts with others, while language exploration deepens my understanding of different cultures and enhances my communication skills. These activities not only enrich my life but also continually challenge me to think critically and grow intellectually.
Timeline
Mental Health Support Worker
Federal Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2023
Mental Health Aide
Federal Medical Center
02.2018 - 12.2019
Higher National Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
- CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- CRS - Certified Recovery Specialist
- AED - Automated External Defibrillator
- First- Aid
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