Emmanuel Aka Nkeze
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced therapeutic professional with strong focus on patient care and behavioral health. Skilled in crisis intervention, treatment planning, and therapeutic activities. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and committed to achieving positive outcomes. Known for effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in therapeutic program work. Successfully facilitated and managed various therapeutic activities and interventions. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapeutic Program Worker
Central Ohio Behavioral Health Care
07.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through open communication channels to foster trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive care plans, ensuring effective communication and coordination of services.
- Supported patients in achieving personal milestones by providing ongoing encouragement, guidance, and reinforcement throughout their therapeutic journey.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending workshops, seminars, conferences related to therapeutic program work trends and best practices.
- Provided crisis intervention support during emergencies, managing situations effectively while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Participated in regular staff meetings discussing client progress updates adapting care plans accordingly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on skill-building, problem-solving, and emotional regulation techniques for diverse clientele.
- Evaluated effectiveness of implemented therapeutic approaches recommending changes when necessary.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Open Doors Columbus.
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Creative Foundation
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans that addressed clients'' physical, mental, and emotional needs.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Supported clients'' emotional well-being by building rapport, providing companionship, and actively listening to their concerns.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
High School Diploma -
G.B.H.S FONTEM
FONTEM CAMEROON08-2010
Timeline
Therapeutic Program Worker
Central Ohio Behavioral Health Care
07.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Creative Foundation
02.2023 - 05.2023
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Open Doors Columbus.
08.2022 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
G.B.H.S FONTEM