Joan Nabaweesi
Journalist
Edmonton,CA
Summary
Dynamic Community Support Worker with a proven track record at Behavior Support and Family Services, excelling in individualized support and crisis intervention. Skilled in fostering social integration and enhancing client safety through empathetic communication. Adept at budgeting and life skills training, ensuring clients achieve their goals in a supportive environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Community Support Worker
Behavior Support and Family Services
12.2022 - Current
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and identify potential barriers to client success, recommending modifications as needed for enhanced safety and accessibility.
- Fostered safe and inclusive environment for group discussions, enabling participants to share experiences and strategies for coping.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
Journalist
Buganda Broadcasting Services(BBS)
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Anchored, wrote, edited and reported stories for Television.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
- Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Hosted community forums to discuss pressing issues, strengthening publication's role as community pillar.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
- Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
St. Lawrence University
Kampala, Uganda 12-2016
Skills
Individualized support
Social integration
Budgeting and finance
Life skills training
Data entry and reporting
Behavioral support
Transportation assistance
First aid and CPR
Team leadership
Time management abilities
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Behavior Support and Family Services
12.2022 - Current
Journalist
Buganda Broadcasting Services(BBS)
11.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
St. Lawrence University