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Emmanuel  Cholo  Nyema

Emmanuel Cholo Nyema

Providence,RI

Summary

Demonstrated ability as a Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, and meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Amego
08.2024 - Current
  • Improve classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supervise students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhance student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Implement behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Manage up to 15 cases daily and more based on need.

Employment Counselor

Dorcas International
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
  • Stayed current on labor market trends, enabling informed discussions with clients about potential career paths.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues to address challenging cases and develop innovative solutions for client success.
  • Enhanced client job search success by providing comprehensive career counseling and resume revisions.
  • Provided services to up to 20 clients each month.

Resident Counselor

Ocean Tides
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Continuously updated professional skills through ongoing training, workshops, and other educational opportunities to better serve residents.
  • Developed strong rapport with residents and their families through effective communication techniques such as active listening and empathy.
  • Worked alongside fellow counselors to create supportive team environment that promoted collaboration and sharing of ideas in order to best serve residents.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services for assigned caseloads in collaboration with other team members.

Vocational Specialist

Gateway Healthcare-lifespan
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Guided and counseled clients with mental disabilities, and a history of challenges finding and keeping jobs that fit, liaising between specific employers and clients
  • Conducted initial assessment to gather work history information, strengths, and interests
  • Supported clients to perform household activities, money management, and skills training.
  • Managed approximately 30 clients weekly, scheduling and accompanying them to their doctors and other appointments as needed.

Community Service Worker

Open Sky Community Services
08.2018 - 01.2019

Educated patients on various resources, services, and programs to maximize care

  • Recommended improved life choices to enhance client outcomes
  • Evaluated patient behavior and reported changes to the clinical team.
  • Collaborated with social workers to support patients
  • Supported up to 20 clients weekly with job search, resume building, and teaching them interviewing skills.

Community Worker

Liberian Community- Volunteer
07.2008 - 01.2017
  • Assisted refugees with accessing and utilizing community resources to help them get adjusted to their new communities.
  • Assisted up to 30 refugees each month, teaching them job search, and interviewing skills, and providing bus training to get to and from work.

Community Support Worker

AccessCNY
01.2008 - 01.2017
  • Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence
  • Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings
  • Supervised daily hygiene and taught skills to promote self-sufficiency
  • Administered medication to up to 15 clients by house guidelines to patients, tracking it on a daily MAR
  • Attended case management team meetings to staff current clients and provide insight on caseloads
  • Transported clients to job interviews, medical appointments, and mental health visits to meet basic needs
  • Educated clients and community members about mental or physical illness, substance abuse, medication-assisted treatment, and available community resources.

Education

Master of Arts - Theology

St. Bernard's School of Theology & Ministry
Rochester, NY
05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare

Kaplan University
Online
06.2012

Associate of Arts - Pharmacy Technology

ASA College
Brooklyn, NY
05.2006

Skills

  • Job Development
  • Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Career Exploration
  • Client Advocacy
  • Communication
  • Leadership

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Amego
08.2024 - Current

Employment Counselor

Dorcas International
06.2023 - 04.2024

Resident Counselor

Ocean Tides
09.2022 - 06.2023

Vocational Specialist

Gateway Healthcare-lifespan
01.2019 - 08.2022

Community Service Worker

Open Sky Community Services
08.2018 - 01.2019

Community Worker

Liberian Community- Volunteer
07.2008 - 01.2017

Community Support Worker

AccessCNY
01.2008 - 01.2017

Master of Arts - Theology

St. Bernard's School of Theology & Ministry

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare

Kaplan University

Associate of Arts - Pharmacy Technology

ASA College
Emmanuel Cholo Nyema