Bernice Nyarko
Bronx
Summary
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Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Specialist I
Division of Child Protection
- Conducted thorough investigations of allegations of child abuse and neglect, including home visits and interviews with family members
- Assessed child safety, well-being, and risk of future harm through detailed evaluations of family environments
- Partnered with families and community organizations to develop individualized safety plans and intervention strategies
- Coordinated with legal professionals, educators, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to support child welfare cases
- Filed petitions, documented findings, and testified in family court proceedings as needed
- Maintained accurate and timely case records in computerized systems to ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures
Direct Support Professional
Services for Underserved
10.2023 - Current
- Provide compassionate care and assistance to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Support individuals with mobility, transfers, and positioning to ensure safety and comfort
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of individual progress, goals, interventions, and outcomes, adhering to agency standards and regulatory requirements
- Work collaboratively with individuals and family
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding
Certified Nurse Assistant
New York Presbyterian Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Follow detailed care plans for patients and take and record patients’ vital signs
- Ensure patients have regular meals and proper medication dosages
- Monitor vitals and patient behavior, reporting concerns to the nursing and medical staff
- Prepare each patient room with necessary items such as blankets, pillows, medical equipment, and toileting supplies
Certified Nurse Assistant
Workmen Circle Rehab and Nursing Home
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed a caseload of 10 to 15 clients, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being
- Collaborated with care team to follow and update individual care plans
- Observed, recorded, and documented all activities
- Assisted clients with ADLs, including personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility support
Community Health Worker
Ghana Health Service
04.2009 - 09.2017
- Conducted health screenings, providing referrals and information to community members
- Assisted clients in completing applications to access health benefits
- Coordinated and delivered health care presentations to the community
- Actively participated in health fairs and distributed pamphlets
- Assessed client situations, developed treatment plans, and conducted ongoing evaluations
- Provided counselling and family planning services to families in the community
- Administered routine immunizations and conducted child welfare clinics
Education
Associate in Science Degree - Community Health
Hostos Community College/CUNY
Bronx, NY06.2024
Skills
- Strong investigatory and assessment skills
- Case management and crisis intervention
- Strength-based family engagement approach
- Knowledge of child welfare laws and policies
- Courtroom testimony and legal documentation
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Proficiency in case documentation systems
- Cultural competency and sensitivity
- Intermediate skills in MS Word and PowerPoint
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team player and detail-oriented
- Strong analytical and research skills
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Services for Underserved
10.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
New York Presbyterian Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Workmen Circle Rehab and Nursing Home
10.2020 - 09.2021
Community Health Worker
Ghana Health Service
04.2009 - 09.2017
Child Protective Specialist I
Division of Child Protection
Associate in Science Degree - Community Health
Hostos Community College/CUNY
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