Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients, and advance change for communities in need. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BSW
I Have A Chance Support Services
02.2023 - Current
Help individuals complete daily tasks, while encouraging independence and positive choices
Reminding individuals to do personal care and hygiene through support that enables them to participate in their own care without being dependent on staff
Teaching the individuals some community integrations and inclusion with no self-esteem issues
Implement life skills workshops and recovery programs from substance abuse, behavior management programs, youth services programs and other community and social service programs under the supervision of social services or health care professionals
Ensuring that the clients are encouraged to participate to the degree that they are able in carrying out their assigned functions and tasks in healthy, safe, and satisfactory manner
Provide complex crisis intervention and stabilization to clients in psychological distress
Conducting wellness checks periodically and reporting both positive and negative behavior/occurrence of clients within the facility and also in the community
Provide clients with recommendations to community resources
Deliver individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse
Facilitate support groups for clients to discuss issues related to mental health
Educate clients and families about mental health issues, treatments, and resources.
HCA/CDW
ROBIN HOOD ASSOCIATION
05.2020 - 02.2023
Implement individualized service plans designed to support and assist adults with individual's development, community support/ development, behavior management and personal care
Assist and support individuals to participate in a meaningful way in their personal life planning, and in the identification and definition of personal goals and aspiration, and in the definition and expansion of opportunities for personal growth, and meaningful and valued roles within the community, measuring outcomes related to their goals
Assist in the development of basic living and related skills, with a view to enhancing the individual's confidence, competence, and participation within their social network i.e., social, recreation, community integration etc
Supporting individuals in the establishment and maintenance of shared, respectful relationships within the community with a view to a meaningful participation
Support the vulnerable clients and encourage, model, and teach the individuals necessary skills to be able to perform the task ahead of them independently
Counsel individuals living in group homes and long-term residential homes, support, motivate and supervise their activities and assist in pre-release and releasing plans
Medication Administration- Ensure that right medications are given to the right guests at the time specified for them to be given considering hygiene and rights of medication administration.
Intake Staff
HOPE MISSION
06.2019 - 04.2020
Review client background information, interview to obtain client's case history and prepare intake reports
Preparing for clients entering the building- Signing of timesheet, praying as a team, assist in bed-board and database for accuracy, registration
Implement life skills workshops and recovery programs from substance abuse, behavior management programs, youth services programs and other community and social service programs under the supervision of social services or health care professionals
Promoting the development of a new relationship and the strengthening of existing ones
Incorporating the clients into the societal system by giving them hope and courage of social inclusion with no bias and prejudice
Reporting incidences and any related issue to my supervisor or shelter coordinator for urgent attention
Ensuring timely contact of EMS or other safety agencies in case of any distress of a client while safety measures are ensured before their arrival
Liaison directly with clients as a critical initial contact person and responsible for developing and maintaining relationship with clients and staff at Herb Jamieson Centre and Hope Mission Establishment
Build rapport with clients through active listening, praying, and monitoring their conducts throughout their stay in the shelters.
Teacher
Solid Foundation College
08.2014 - 07.2018
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Special Education Teacher
Onward Special School
06.2010 - 07.2014
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Education
LLB(LAW) - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Skills
Skill Development
Marketing
Group and individual instruction
Performance assessments
Skill Building
Interview Training
Community Networking
Certification
PSW
Standard First Aid/CPR – Level C
Food Safety
Medication Administration
NVCI 1&2 Certified – CPI
WHMIS
Abuse Protocol
Ergonometry
Harm Reduction
Asist
MANDT
MHFA
Trauma Informed
Suicide Intervention
De-escalation
Aboriginal training
Timeline
BSW
I Have A Chance Support Services
02.2023 - Current
HCA/CDW
ROBIN HOOD ASSOCIATION
05.2020 - 02.2023
Intake Staff
HOPE MISSION
06.2019 - 04.2020
Teacher
Solid Foundation College
08.2014 - 07.2018
Special Education Teacher
Onward Special School
06.2010 - 07.2014
LLB(LAW) - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
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