JENNIFER OBI
Cheltenham,United Kingdom
Summary
Compassionate individual with strong communication and counselling skills, complemented by experience in crisis intervention and support services. Proven ability to build trust and rapport while providing guidance and advocacy. Committed to helping individuals overcome addiction/mental health challenges and achieve long-term recovery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool, Merseyside
2025.03 - 2026.04
- Maintaining detailed case notes to ensure effective treatment tracking.
- Improving client mental health with creative therapy activities.
- Adapting therapy techniques according to individual patient requirements, enhancing comfort and effectiveness of treatment.
- Utilising assistive devices in therapy sessions, improving patient mobility and independence.
- Adhering to ethical standards whilst providing quality care services.
- Providing emotional support during therapy sessions, fostering positive attitudes towards recovery.
- Assisting in patient mobility for improved physical function.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary team for comprehensive care provision.
- Conducting assessments to identify specific client needs.
Support worker
Aspirations Care LTD
Liverpool, Merseyside
2024.01 - 2025.03
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around home.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to active social life for clients.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of client.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
Placement-Mentor (Drugs and alcohol)
Community Led Initiatives
Liverpool, Merseyside
2024.04 - 2024.12
- Upheld confidentiality of all client information, maintaining trust and rapport between mentor and mentee.
- Enhanced mentee self-awareness by facilitating constructive feedback sessions.
- Assisted clients in employment search efforts, improving their chances of societal reintegration.
- Fostered a supportive environment through empathy and understanding towards clients' struggles with addiction.
- Encouraged engagement in positive activities as an alternative to substance abuse habituation.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities, enhancing clients' coping mechanisms during recovery.
- Promoted drug and alcohol awareness through community outreach programmes.
- Managed case loads effectively, ensuring proper attention was given to each client.
- Advised families on how to cope with a loved one's addiction journey leading to stronger familial bonds.
- Developed individual recovery plans, resulting in personalised care for each client.
Support worker
Caring Connections
Liverpool, Merseyside
2023.11 - 2024.01
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating comforting environment.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
Care Assistant, Nursing Wing
Lagos State Government
Lagos, Nigeria
2010.05 - 2023.07
- Provided care to patients following detailed care and rehabilitation plans.
- Maintained excellent patient relationships by going extra mile to attend to their needs and provide ongoing support.
- Assisted patients in basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
- Supported patient wellbeing by planning and participating in daily activities and exercise.
- Changed bed linen and washed patient clothes regularly, maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Reviewed individualised care plans, making changes based on progress and required improvements.
Education
MA - Applied Criminology
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, United Kingdom2024-11
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Sociology
Ekiti State University
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria2016
Skills
- Occupational performance analysis
- Therapy implementation
- Therapeutic engagement
- Client-Centred approach
- Dual diagnosis awareness
- Confidential records handling
- Counselling proficiency
- Familiarity with rehabilitation programmes
- Addiction recovery knowledge
- Relapse prevention planning
- Constructive feedback giving
- Non-Judgemental attitude
Certification
BLS Certified
Care Certificate
PSS Trained
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
2025.03 - 2026.04
Placement-Mentor (Drugs and alcohol)
Community Led Initiatives
2024.04 - 2024.12
Support worker
Aspirations Care LTD
2024.01 - 2025.03
Support worker
Caring Connections
2023.11 - 2024.01
Care Assistant, Nursing Wing
Lagos State Government
2010.05 - 2023.07
MA - Applied Criminology
Manchester Metropolitan University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Sociology
Ekiti State University