Adu Asafo Akowiah
Lowell,MA
Summary
Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in a group home setting or day program and in the community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
INCOMPASS HUMAN SERVICES
11.2023 - Current
- Enabled individuals with disabilities to enhance their abilities.
- Establish and maintain courteous, professional and productive work relationships: demonstrating cooperation and communication with co-workers, personnel from private and public community agencies, families, housing management companies, professional organizations and other necessary generic service to ensure the successful operation of the organizations program
- Helping with personal care and daily living routines, for example showering and Assisting individuals to make their beds
- Providing appropriate supervision to ensure the health and safety of the individuals.
- Providing guidance and support through teaching, mentoring and observing.
Direct Support Professional
ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Improving the Quality of life of the individuals by directly assisting them in their houses of residence on how to develop their own interpersonal skills.
- Doing everything in the best interest of the individuals and protecting their human rights.
- Assisting in the implementation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, Physical and personal needs of the individuals.
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- Teaching them the activities of their daily living according to their individual plans for example cleaning, laundry and washing of dishes.
- Helping the individuals get through their daily activities through teamwork.
- Supporting the individuals through participating in community outings and shopping trips and other social domains.
Social Worker
Our Village of Hope Foundation
10.2018 - 09.2022
- Responsible for assisting autistic students with either personal care or home management tasks
- Reminding/assisting students with self-administration of medications (with proper training)
- Passion for providing mental/behavioral health care to individuals with ID/DD
- Home Management includes tasks that include basic housekeeping, shopping and other related housekeeping tasks
- Engages in research, practice, education, and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals on the spectrum and their families and to help communities enhance their awareness.
- Solving complex problems as well as counseling, monitoring wellbeing and family support for autistic individuals.
Intern Social Worker
North Hill
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Work independently, under stress and change while performing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Cannot impose personal beliefs and practices on others, as well as keeping personal matters out of the work environment
- Working knowledge of all resident files including medical, central, programming, goal plans, support Supports, etc
- Medication administration as mandated and trained under the Department of Public Welfare for staff
- Paperwork includes progress notes, staff notes, goal plans, appointment sheets, time sheets, expense sheets, etc
- Accompany and assist residents on all appointments
- Provide support and guidance to residents for their emotional, social and intellectual growth
Intern Social Worker
NYEP Intern Department of Social Welfare
10.2015 - 05.2015
- Develop and coordinate community-based rehabilitation programs for persons with disabilities.
- Promote access to social welfare services for the disadvantaged, vulnerable and excluded groups and individuals.
Education
B.Sc. - Economics & Business Administration
Catholic University College of Ghana
FiapreSkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- ADL support
- Goal setting
- Team collaboration
- Social skills development
- Crisis management
- Recreational activities
- Patient management
- Progress documentation
- Individualized support planning
- Safety monitoring
- Community integration
- Patient assessments
- Medical records management
- Care plan management
- Care plan assessment
- Transportation assistance
- Patient education
- Indirect patient care
- Nutrition
- Care delivery
- Nutrition support
- Self-advocacy training
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- Empathy and patience
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavioral support
- Case documentation
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Life skills training
- Record keeping
- De-escalation techniques
- Mobility assistance
- Self-care promotion
- Report writing
- Cultural awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Healthcare
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
- Charting and documentation
- Quality program protocols
- Personal care assistance
- State regulations
- Compassionate client care
- Hygiene assistance
- Case management experience
- Client safety and first aid
- Community integration support
- First aid and CPR
- Infection control procedures
- Therapeutic instruction
- Support plan management
- Community activities
- Health services
- CPR certification
- Fast learner
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- First aid certification
- Medication management
- Attentive to people
- Ability to lift
- Cooking meals
- Certified in CPR/AED
- CPR/AED
- Decision-making
- Clear communication
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
INCOMPASS HUMAN SERVICES
11.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM
09.2022 - 11.2023
Social Worker
Our Village of Hope Foundation
10.2018 - 09.2022
Intern Social Worker
North Hill
06.2016 - 09.2016
Intern Social Worker
NYEP Intern Department of Social Welfare
10.2015 - 05.2015
B.Sc. - Economics & Business Administration
Catholic University College of Ghana
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