Mental Health Direct Support
Resume:
KWADWO AWUAH
Worcester, MA *****
******.************@*****.***
Professional Summary
· Extensive skill in network and device sharing capabilities that include setting up device
· connections; installing and repairing of all Windows software
· Sufficient knowledge in diagnosing and troubleshooting machines
· Training and experience working individuals with mental and physical disabilities. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
RFK Community Alliance-Lancaster, MA
March 2023 to Present
• Maintained a safe and supportive living environment, promoting emotional and physical well-being
• Provided direct support and counseling to residents in a residential group home setting
• Assisted individuals with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication management, and personal hygiene
• Implemented individualized care plans to meet the unique needs and goals of each resident
• Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to address challenging behaviors and promote positive outcomes
Mental Health Technician
Westborough Behavioral-Westborough, MA
April 2022 to Present
Assist individuals in developing and maintaining coping strategies to manage their symptoms. Facilitate and participate in therapeutic activities and group sessions. Monitor and record individuals' mental health status and report any significant changes. Administer medications as prescribed and monitor their effects.
Cleanroom Technician
Nypro Inc.-Clinton, MA
March 2021 to April 2022
Responsibilities and duties
· Perform visual, in-process
· Keep and maintain accurate records
· Communicate state of jobs to previous and following shifts and share information about problems or process variations
· Actively involved in the goals and expectations of the department
· Labelling of products
· Run injection molding presses
Technician
PHILLIPS MEDISIZE
March 2021 to March 2022
DUTIES
· Worked in the Cleanroom
· Run injection molding presses
· Perform visual, in-process and final inspection of parts
· Keep and maintain accurate records
· Trim and package parts according to work instructions
· Communicate state of jobs to previous and following shifts and share information about problems or process variations
· Actively involved in the goals and expectations of the department AMAZON
Delivery Driver
DUTIES
June 2017 to February 2021
· Loading and unloading packages from delivery vehicles according to company guidelines
· Communicate with dispatchers about deliveries before leaving the warehouse
· Delivering packages by vehicle to residences and businesses within a specified area Direct Care Support Staff
COMFORT KEEPERS-COLOUMBUS, OH
January 2013 to June 2017
• Assist patient with personal hygiene and errands associated with livelihood, emphasizing empathy and patient independence; Promote healthy eating by encouraging innovative avenues of obtaining proper nutrition; Examining and maintaining detailed records of patient care and vital signs; Administer medications in adherence to Department of Public Health & MAP guidelines.
• Residential Stabilization Specialist, Mental Health Association, Holyoke, MA 2016-2017
• Provide support for formerly homeless participant in a community residential setting;
• Assisting and empowering formerly homeless participants with substance dependence and or mental illness in their goal of recovery and rehabilitation; Assist participant in their goal of recovery using person centered planning and focusing on resiliency. Education
High school diploma or GED in General Studies
Aggrey memorial secondary school
May 2003 to July 2007
Skills
• Help Desk
• Senior care
• Patient care
• Training and experience working individuals with mental and physical disabilities.
• connections; installing and repairing of all Windows software
• Caregiving
• Physical examinations
• Plastics Injection Molding
• Network Support
• Medication administration
• Applied behavior analysis
• Home care
• Active Directory
• Shipping & receiving
• Warehouse experience
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Childcare
• Organizational skills
• Supervising experience
• Communication skills
• Extensive skill in network and device sharing capabilities that include setting up device
• Meal preparation
• Moving
• Pricing
• Delivery driver experience
• Commercial driving
• Forklift
• Sufficient knowledge in diagnosing and troubleshooting machines
• Driving
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
Non-CDL Class C
QMHP Certification
First Aid Certification
RBT Certification
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