Rachel Anyumba
Advanced Behavioral Health Specialist
Ottawa,Ontario
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Respite
11.2022 - 04.2025
- I follow proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining clean and organized living spaces for clients.
- Contributed to higher quality of life for clients by addressing any barriers or challenges that arose within their home settings or daily routines.
- Encouraged self-advocacy skills in clients by guiding them through various decision-making processes related to their care plans.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in daily living tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and incident reports to ensure effective communication among team members.
- Improved client independence through the implementation of tailored activities and skill-building exercises.
- Managed emergencies effectively while remaining calm under pressure, ensuring prompt medical attention if needed.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, families, and team members to create a supportive network for each individual.
Case Coordinator
Kenyatta Hospital
- I Ensure the timely and accurate completion of related documentation to include service documentation, outcome reports, service plans, face sheets, FPI, authorizations, releases and assessments.
- I maintain a working relationship with families/Guardians and update them on important stuff such as medical appointments, behavioral and treatment plan updates and send weekly updates to families/guardians.
- I embrace and display family engagement and youth driven care principles to ensure families/guardians have a primary decision-making role in the care of clients.
- I participated in client assessment and intake meetings, reviewed and approved incident reports.
- I coordinate, monitor and review the provision of services to ensure individuals are receiving and participating in services on a continual basis.
Medical Psychologist
Kenyatta Hospital
- Communicating with client care teams.
- Providing mental health counseling to individuals and families.
- Conducting initial assessments of client's situation to determine needs and goals.
- Referral of individuals to various treatment centers.
Research Assistant
University Hospital
- Took part in public awareness programs against the practice of female genital mutilation.
- I was part of the team that designed 'men against Female Genital Mutilation' campaign in Kenya.
- Graduated as a Trainer of Trainees in the avid campaign to end of female genital mutilation.
- Initiated new research and grant proposals for the hospital.
- Performed general office duties such as filing, mailing, and photocopying.
- Collected, stored and transferred study data ensuring high attention to detail.
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
undefinedTimeline
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Respite
11.2022 - 04.2025
Case Coordinator
Kenyatta Hospital
Medical Psychologist
Kenyatta Hospital
Research Assistant
University Hospital
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