Victory Amarachi Onuwa
Kingswinford
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUPPORT WORKER
PROGRESSIVE SUPPORT SERVICE
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
CLINICAL ASSISTANT
DIVINE CARE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
- Assisted patients with basic care needs.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records with medical histories and test results.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Followed comprehensive clinical protocols to safeguard patient safety.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilization of equipment following hospital guidelines.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
VOLUNTARY
DIVINE CARE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Restocked supplies and filed paperwork to satisfy department leadership requests.
- Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.
- Provided administrative support by filing documents, coordinating charts and answering phones.
- Participated in hospital events and activities to engage patients and families.
- Assisted in organizing and scheduling patient visits to optimize patient flow.
- Liaised between patients, families and hospital staff to relay information and coordinate care.
- Supported hospital staff by changing bedding and assisting with meals.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
NYSC CERTIFICATE - CORPER LIAISE OFFICER
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE
ABIA STATE, NIGERIA02.2021
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA - Civil Engineering Technology
OZORO POLYTECHNIC/UNIVERSITY
DELTA STATE, NIGERIA08.2019
GSCE -
EDE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
DELTA STATE, NIGERIA06.2011
IJEHU NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL
DELTA STATE, NIGERIA09.2005
Skills
- Spreadsheet Development
- Emotional Support
- Presentation Design
- Troubleshooting
- Documentation Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Medication administration
- Time management
- Housekeeping tasks
- First aid and CPR
- Effective communication
- Health and safety awareness
- Empathy and understanding
- Team collaboration
- Service Accessibility Improvements
- Patient Counseling
- Goal setting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Meal planning and preparation
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
Awareness of mental health dementia and learning disability
Anaphylaxis awareness
Blood components
Borderline personality disorder[BPD]
Communication
Complaint handling
Control of substances hazardous to health [COSHH]
[CSTF] Safeguarding children levels 1,2,3 and 4
[CSTF]Safeguarding adult and support /protection level 1,2,3 and 4
Seizures and epilepsy
Timeline
SUPPORT WORKER
PROGRESSIVE SUPPORT SERVICE
10.2023 - Current
CLINICAL ASSISTANT
DIVINE CARE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 10.2023
VOLUNTARY
DIVINE CARE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
06.2016 - 07.2017
NYSC CERTIFICATE - CORPER LIAISE OFFICER
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA - Civil Engineering Technology
OZORO POLYTECHNIC/UNIVERSITY
GSCE -
EDE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
IJEHU NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Awareness of mental health dementia and learning disability
Anaphylaxis awareness
Blood components
Borderline personality disorder[BPD]
Communication
Complaint handling
Control of substances hazardous to health [COSHH]
[CSTF] Safeguarding children levels 1,2,3 and 4
[CSTF]Safeguarding adult and support /protection level 1,2,3 and 4
Seizures and epilepsy
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