Bahati Buzindu
springfield,MA
Summary
Dedicated Community Support Worker assisting people with disabilities or impairments to undertake everyday tasks and support well-being. Experienced in creating interactive atmosphere to expedite supportive relationships. Solid vision of institutional goals inspiring cooperation and teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Specialist
Jewish Family Services of Western Massachusetts
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts
09.2023 - Current
- Transported clients to job interviews, medical appointments and mental health visits to meet basic needs.
- Attended case management team meetings to staff current clients and provide insight on caseloads.
- Maintained monthly outcome reports with program data for each client.
- Developed strength-based, solution-focused individualized goal and action plan to promote permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
- Prepared referrals for support services and resources to assist consumers in obtaining self-sufficiency.
- Supervised daily hygiene and [Type] skills to promote self-sufficiency.
- Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Educated local community residents about available health and wellness resources.
Machine Operator
Guardiar Corporation
Chicopee, MA
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Case Management Intern
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
Springfield, MA
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with social workers to support patients.
- Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA01-2021
Certification
- Certified in Mental Health First Aid USA
- Certified in CPR services
- Certified in Emergency services assistant.
Languages
English
Professional
French
Professional
Swahili
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
Jewish Family Services of Western Massachusetts
09.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Guardiar Corporation
01.2020 - 01.2023
Case Management Intern
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
08.2019 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Human Services
Holyoke Community College
- Certified in Mental Health First Aid USA
- Certified in CPR services
- Certified in Emergency services assistant.
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