Andrew IKOGA
Springdale,MD
Summary
Compassionate direct support professional with expertise in life skills training and behavioral analysis. Committed to fostering independence and advocating for client rights in community settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Renoxx Caregivers INC
Lanham, Maryland
04.2026 - Current
- As a direct support professional with the Renoxx DDA program, i teach participants life skills, medical oversight, assist with daily living, provide transportation, accompany my participant to social gatherings, volunteer opportunities and recreational activities. I also foster independence, emotional well-being, and advocate for my client rights and choices in integrated community settings
Behavioral Technician
Renoxx Caregivers INC
Lanham, Maryland
10.2025 - Current
- As an applied behavior analyst therapist with Renoxx, i provide my client with skill building and behavior intervention plans designed by the company s BCBA while tracking my client s progress through data collection. I equally adhere to strict ethical and safety guidelines established by governing bodies to ensure client dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
Behavioral Technician
Behavioral framework
Rockville, MD
10.2024 - 10.2025
- As an applied behavioral analyst therapist with behavioral framework, i provided skill building and behavior intervention plans to my clients, designed by a BCBA, while tracking client progress through data collection
Group Home Manager
Rescare community living
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2022 - 08.2024
- As a house manager at Rescare, i oversaw the daily operations of the house. I ensured a safe, supportive, and compliant environment. I was responsible for staff supervision, resident care planning, regulatory compliance and household administration. i also coordinated transportation for medical appointments, volunteer opportunities and recreational activities
Direct Support Professional
Rescare
Greenbelt, Maryland
02.2021 - 11.2021
- As a direct support professional, i provided daily personal care, community engagement, health monitoring and life skills development tailored tailored to each resident unique needs.
Education
Masters - Social Sciences
Université Des Antilles
Martinique09-2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Université Des Antilles
Martinique, France09-2018
Skills
- Life skills training
- Behavioral analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Health monitoring
- Advocacy services
- Client relationship management
- Excellent communication
- Program coordination
- Health and safety requirements
- Case management
- Multitasking and organization
- Behavior redirection
- Team leadership
- Emotional support
- Community integration
- Medical office administration
- Safety monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Data tracking
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Behavioral Technician
- Cpr first aid
- Mandt
- Direct support professional
- Security guard
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Renoxx Caregivers INC
04.2026 - Current
Behavioral Technician
Renoxx Caregivers INC
10.2025 - Current
Behavioral Technician
Behavioral framework
10.2024 - 10.2025
Group Home Manager
Rescare community living
01.2022 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
Rescare
02.2021 - 11.2021
Masters - Social Sciences
Université Des Antilles
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Université Des Antilles