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CECILIA AGYEI-MENSAH

Leominster,USA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Professional with a proven track record of providing exceptional care to clients. Seeking a full-time position to utilize strong interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, demonstrating a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Minuteman Arc
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.

Direct Support Personnel

Caring hearts with helping hands LLC.
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Provide comprehensive personal care services, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care, in both private residences and facilities.
  • Prepare nutritious meals and assist clients with feeding tasks to ensure their optimal nutrition.
  • Utilize expertise in mobility assistance to safely ambulate clients in various environments, including those with elevation changes and obstacles.
  • Maintain a clean and organized living space by laundering linens, changing sheets, and making beds.
  • Assist with daily living activities, run errands, and perform household chores to enhance clients' quality of life.
  • Ensure patient stability by regularly checking vital signs, recording intake and output information, and monitoring weight.

Direct Support Personnel

Agogo Presbyterian Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2019
  • Supported patients' daily hygiene needs by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care, and personal grooming.
  • Conducted regular check-ins and prepared progress reports for each client to track their development and well-being.
  • Monitored the overall health and well-being of patients, promptly noting and reporting significant changes.
  • Assisted patients in adapting to hospital procedures within highly structured settings.
  • Maintained a safe environment, minimizing the risk of injuries to both staff and patients by providing support and restraint when necessary.
  • Kept patient files up to date with current vitals, behaviors, and other relevant data to aid in treatment planning.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Agogo Presbyterian Nursing Training
10.2010

Diploma - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

St. Louis College of Education
08.2004

High School Diploma -

Kumasi Girls' Senior High School
11.1997

Skills

  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Meal Preparation
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Electronic Recordkeeping

Certification

  • CPR Training - Current

Languages

English

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Minuteman Arc
10.2023 - Current

Direct Support Personnel

Caring hearts with helping hands LLC.
01.2021 - 09.2023

Direct Support Personnel

Agogo Presbyterian Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2019

Diploma - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

St. Louis College of Education

High School Diploma -

Kumasi Girls' Senior High School

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Agogo Presbyterian Nursing Training

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