Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Forensically Relevant Skills
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Ophelia Ackon

Support Worker

Summary

Psychology graduate with experience in behavioral assessment, crisis management, and supporting vulnerable individuals in diverse settings. Demonstrated ability to apply psychological principles in working with trauma-affected children and adults with complex needs. Seeking to develop expertise in BPS Division of Forensic Psychology chartership, with a focus on offender rehabilitation, risk assessment, and evidence-based interventions within criminal justice settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Support Worker

Capability Scotland
09.2024 - Current
  • Conduct behavioral risk assessments for individuals with complex psychological needs
  • Document and analyze behavioral patterns to inform intervention strategies
  • Implement de-escalation techniques during crisis situations
  • Collaborate with psychologists to develop and implement behavior management plans
  • Maintain detailed records for case evaluations and multidisciplinary reviews

Social Care Officer

Dundee City Council
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported trauma-informed interventions for vulnerable children within the care system
  • Documented behavioral observations to support forensically-relevant decision making
  • Applied safeguarding procedures in high-risk situations
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to develop comprehensive care plans

Research & Assessment Experience

University of Dundee
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Designed and conducted research on addiction and recovery pathways
  • Applied structured assessment protocols to gather psychological data
  • Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data using SPSS and thematic analysis (ANOVA)
  • Contributed to literature reviews on psychological interventions for at-risk populations
  • Developed understanding of ethical considerations in psychological research

Education

Master's Degree - Psychology (Conversion) (BPS-Accredited)

University of Dundee
01.2023 - 04.2024

Bachelor's Degree - English

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2014 - 04.2018

Skills

Risk Assessment

Forensically Relevant Skills

  • Risk Assessment: Experience identifying risk factors and implementing appropriate safeguarding interventions
  • Rehabilitation Principles: Understanding of psychological approaches to behavior change applicable to offender contexts
  • Assessment & Observation: Skilled in conducting structured behavioral observations and recording objective evidence
  • Crisis Intervention: Trained in de-escalation techniques and managing challenging behaviors in high-stress situations
  • Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze complex behavioral patterns through evidence-based frameworks
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Experienced working with professionals across social services, healthcare, and educational settings

Timeline

Support Worker

Capability Scotland
09.2024 - Current

Social Care Officer

Dundee City Council
02.2024 - 08.2024

Research & Assessment Experience

University of Dundee
01.2023 - 01.2024

Master's Degree - Psychology (Conversion) (BPS-Accredited)

University of Dundee
01.2023 - 04.2024

Bachelor's Degree - English

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2014 - 04.2018
Ophelia AckonSupport Worker