Mark-Donald ONWUZIRIKE
Stevenage,Hertfordshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong commitment to enhancing communication and care for disabled individuals, currently pursuing BSL training. Demonstrates expertise in physical restraint training, non-violent communication, and medication administration. Skilled in attentive listening, safeguarding and child protection, first aid & CPR, and health and safety in residential care. Holds NVQ3 (in-view) and has completed disability awareness training. Career goals include advancing skills in residential care management while promoting inclusive practices.
Offering strong interpersonal and empathetic skills, knowledgeable about providing compassionate care and support. Experience includes working collaboratively in team settings and excellent communication. Ready to use and develop active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention skills in the healthcare role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Residential child support worker
Sevacare
High Barnet, Greater London
2024.06 - Current
- Worked closely with other professionals to ensure comprehensive support was delivered.
- Facilitated group sessions, encouraging teamwork among the children.
- Encouraged learning through exploration for intellectual growth.
- Interacted with parents to provide updates on child's progress.
- Coordinated community outings, increased social interaction amongst peers.
- Established strong relationships with children by engaging in interactive activities.
- Monitored children during outdoor activities for their safety and security.
- Organised recreational activities, improved children's social skills.
- Identified signs of emotional distress, provided immediate support to the child involved.
- Liaised with multi-disciplinary professionals and caregivers to foster access to medical care.
- Adhered to safeguarding principles to protect service users from risk.
- Assisted disabled individuals in navigating systemic needs and programmes to meet required case management metrics.
- Implemented individualised treatment plans for client issues related to substance abuse and mental health needs.
- Collaborated with officials to prepare required legal documentation for court proceedings.
Mental health support worker
Priory Group Kneesworth
Royston, Hertfordshire
2025.06 - Current
- Encouraged positive lifestyle changes for sustainable mental health improvements.
- Supported individuals to improve their wellbeing with weekly goal-setting sessions.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure, maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions leading to enhanced community integration.
- Participated in ongoing training courses, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of mental health practices.
- Provided daily living assistance, promoting independent behaviour.
- Assisted service users by providing emotional and practical support.
- Worked with practitioners and allied health professionals to provide practical support and follow-up to clients.
- Documented accurate and updated caseload records and reports to streamline process.
- Assisted service users to obtain and access community resources.
- Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
- Monitored patients' conditions, taking pulse and weight.
- Inputted patient information and records on database to maintain accurate documentation.
- Maintained high levels of patient morale, providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
Kitchen staff
Eko Kitchen
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Maintained refrigerator temperature logs, ensuring food safety regulations were met.
- Ensured smooth service with effective communication skills.
- Assisted chef in plating dishes beautifully for exceptional presentation.
- Cleaned utensils and equipment to maintain hygiene standards.
- Assisted in food preparation for enhanced meal quality.
- Followed health and safety guidelines, ensuring a safe work environment.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
University of Sunderland, London
Canary wharf, London 2024.01 - 2025.02
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Tansian University
Umunya 2011.06 - 2015.06
Skills
Currently pursuing BSL training to enhance communication with disabled people
- Physical restraint training
- Non-Violent communication
- Medication Administration
- Attentive listening
Safeguarding and Child Protection
First Aid & CPR
Health and Safety in Residential Care
NVQ3 (IN-VIEW)
Disability Awareness Training
Timeline
Mental health support worker
Priory Group Kneesworth
2025.06 - Current
Residential child support worker
Sevacare
2024.06 - Current
Kitchen staff
Eko Kitchen
2024.01 - 2024.06
Master of Science - Public Health
University of Sunderland, London
2024.01 - 2025.02
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Tansian University
2011.06 - 2015.06