Hi, I’m
Judith Owie
Boston,MA
Summary
Approachable individual with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Passionate about helping others succeed with proven track record in developing successful mentoring relationships with students. Fosters sense of community among residents to support individuals in times of need.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Energetic residential counseling professional with experience monitoring residents and supporting facility operations. Expert at intake and discharge procedures, medication management and room inspections. Calm when handling incidents and crisis intervention meetings.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mab Community Services
Residential Counselor
03.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Advocated for resident needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring appropriate levels of care were provided consistently across all cases.
- Collaborated with case managers to maintain continuity of care and to provide referrals to treatment programs.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Supported case managers in the development and implementation of continuing care plans for residents, preparing them for successful transitions into independent living situations.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
Complete Private Home care, IncMilford, MA
Home Health Aide
05.2013 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with physical therapy exercises and mobility support.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Education
Nifor Girls Secondary SchoolBenin, Nigeria
High School Diploma
06.2000
Skills
- Resident support
- Counseling Program Development
- Residents Assistance
- Self-Care Practices
- Staff Communication
- Client Advocacy
- Discipline Administration
Reading, Movies, Shopping etc.
I am a person who enjoys family based novels and business books, watching romance and educational movies, and exploring vintage clothing and jewelry while shopping. My interest in literature might lean towards business, self-help and biographies, while in movies and TV shows, I may gravitate towards romance and educational genres. When shopping, I might enjoy browsing for unique Vintage clothing pieces and elegant jewelry items.
Timeline
Residential Counselor
Mab Community Services
03.2014 - Current
Home Health Aide
Complete Private Home care, Inc
05.2013 - 05.2019
Nifor Girls Secondary School
High School Diploma
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