Christophe Ouoba
Omaha,NE
Summary
Accomplished Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Autism Center of Nebraska, enhancing client well-being through compassionate caregiving and effective crisis management. Excelled in behavior redirection and fostering social skills development, significantly improving clients' independence and daily living skills. Demonstrates a strong commitment to health and safety, ensuring a supportive and positive environment for all clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Autism Center of Nebraska
12.2021 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
Shared Living Provider
Duet
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced residents'' daily living experience by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured clear communication between residents, their families, healthcare providers by maintaining thorough documentation of updates and progress reports.
- Supported residents in maintaining personal hygiene routines including bathing assistance or grooming tasks where required.
- Organized social activities and community outings for residents to enhance their quality of life.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a trusting and supportive living environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans that addressed physical, emotional, and social needs of each resident.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by providing guidance, encouragement, and resources.
- Assisted residents in building and maintaining positive relationships with family members, friends, and community members to enhance overall wellbeing.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles through nutritious meal planning, regular exercise routines, and stress management techniques.
- Maintained a safe and comfortable home for individuals, ensuring compliance with all regulations and guidelines.
- Provided transportation as needed for medical appointments, errands or recreational activities.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Universite Ouaga 1 Joseph Ki Zerbo
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso05.2020
Skills
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Crisis Management
- Social Skills Development
- Schedule Management
Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Departments of Health.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Maltese
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Autism Center of Nebraska
12.2021 - Current
Shared Living Provider
Duet
08.2021 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
Universite Ouaga 1 Joseph Ki Zerbo
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