Support Worker Mental Health

MICHAEL NNAJI

NG** *AF, FLAT *,MALTHOUSE,NEWARK, NOTTINGHAM

Mobile: +447********* Email: **************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Empathetic community support worker with a passion for working with at-risk populations who have physical developmental, mental health challenges and other health challenges within residential homes and rehabilitation centres, proven ability to adapt to changing circumstances, solve immediate problems, and make sound decisions in dynamic situations. In-depth understanding of person-centred care principles and the importance of promoting self-determination.

WORK EXPERIENCE

February, 2018 – January, 2023

BLUNCE MEDICAL SERVICES, LAGOS, NIGERIA

SUPPORT WORKER

• Supported emergency situations on timely basis

. Observed and document vital sign

. Aided bathing,dressing, and care support

. Promptly reporting abnormalities and monitoring

. Medical administration to service user

. Engaged the service user intellectually

. Took the service user on a leisure walk

. Prepared meals for service user according to food chart

. Cleaned service user apartment and environment

January, 2023 – August 2023

TENDER HANDS CARE, KENT, UK

SUPPORT WORKER

.Maintained accurate records to measure service users’ development in line with care plan objectives.

.Effectively, provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently promoting comfort, dignity, and respect.

.Assisted service users’ in daily activities to facilitate independent living.

.Aided in bathing, dressing, and care support.

.Observed and document vital signs.

.Promptly reporting abnormalities and monitoring.

.Performed physical exercises, supporting improved service.

August,2023 - Till Date

EDEN FUTURES,NEWARK,UK

KEY SUPPORT WORKER

. Assisting residents with personal hygiene, eating, mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.

.Arranging bedding and cushions to enhance service users’ comfort in bed and chairs.

.Observing patient skin conditions and recording finding to the manager.

.Administering medication to the patient and recording on the MAR sheet.

Evaluation of the service users’ finance and auditing.

.Engaging the service user in creative skills and intellectual learning.

Documenting food charts and quantity of liquid intake.

.General cleaning and overhauling of service users’ apartment.

.Furnishing health related professional agency with updated information on quality service delivery to service users.

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Core Skills

•Effective Patient Management

•Listening skills

•Equipment handling

•Patient observations

•Patient dressing

•Emergency supports

•Cleaning and room tidiness

•Good report-writing skills

•Management skills and ability to sustain the demand of several individuals

•Possesses strong problem-solving skills

•Patience and emotional endurance

•Commitment to quality care and support

EDUCATION

University of Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science, Sociology.

2004

University of Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Master of Science, Sociology

2008

University of Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

Master of Science in Management, 2023

CERTIFICATIONS

.Health and Social care

.Medicine Administration

.Basic Life Support

.Ligature removal

.Finance

.PositiveBehaviour Support

.Record and Reporting

.First Aid

.Moving and Handling Practical

.Active support

.Trauma

.Self Harm and Suicide

.Maybo safety holding

.Maybo personal safety

REFEREES

References provided on request.

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