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Lizzy Ewumi

Dallas,Texas

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare administrator/social worker with 12 years of experience providing high-quality care to individuals in need. Demonstrated expertise in social work skills, including empathy, advocacy, and case management, with a strong focus on enhancing the quality of life for clients. Eager to leverage extensive healthcare administive experience and honed social work skills in a rewarding position that actively supports individuals and families.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Healthcare Administrator

Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2024 - Current
  • Provide daily care and assistance to clients, including personal hygiene, medication administration, meal preparation, and mobility support
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families, fostering a supportive and comforting environment
  • Monitor clients' health conditions and report any changes to healthcare professionals, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions
  • Assist clients in maintaining their independence and dignity by encouraging participation in daily activities and social engagement.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and accreditation standards through regular audits and updating internal processes accordingly.
  • Maintain up-to-date information in electronic medical records software.

Social Worker

Ministry of Youth Sports and Social Development
  • Managed caseload and performed regular follow-up to adjust care plans based on changing client circumstances
  • Offered emotional support and counseling to clients and their families, assisting them in managing intricate emotional and practical obstacles
  • Organized and conducted support groups for families in crisis, providing them with the necessary tools and strategies to cope effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation in compliance with regulatory standards, enabling informed decision-making by team members.

Professor of Social Work and Administration

Lagos State University
01.2000 - 01.2013
  • Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
  • Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
  • Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
  • Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
  • Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
  • Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.

Program Manager

National Council for Population Activities
01.1987 - 01.1988
  • Maintain up-to-date information in electronic medical records software.
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.

Social Worker (Volunteer)

Charles Residential Care
  • Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
  • Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
  • Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.

Social Worker - Elderly Care (Volunteer)

Ministry of Youth and Sports
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Encouraged socialization and engagement through therapy, music therapy and social activities
  • Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
  • Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.

Social Worker - Child and Youth (Volunteer)

Ministry of Social Development (Correctional Center)
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Maintained case records and legal documentation
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
  • Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships
  • Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.

Social Worker - Family Social Welfare (Volunteer)

Ministry of Social Development and Family Services - Lagos
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships
  • Child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions
  • Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.

Education

Ph.D. - Sociology

Lagos State University
01.2021

Master of Science - Sociology

Lagos State University
01.2006

Master of Science - Social Work

Lagos State University
01.1998

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Ibadan
01.1987

Skills

  • Research and Data Analysis
  • Case Management and Counseling
  • Program Development and Implementation
  • Compassionate
  • Emotional Support
  • Communication
  • Behavioral Management
  • Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Social Services
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • Alison Certificate in Dementia Care 2023
  • Alison Certificate in Introduction to Caregiving 2023
  • Certificate in Mediation and conciliation 2022
  • Certificate in NGO Management Proficiency 2023
  • Certificate in Grant writing Proficiency Certificate in Management consultancy
  • Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring for Women Leaders

Affiliations

  • Member, Nigerian Association of Social Workers (MNASW)
  • Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)
  • Member, Institute of Leadership Development (MILD)
  • Member of the International Association of Community Development (IACD)
  • Member, Editorial Advisory Board, smallBiz magazine, Nigeria's prime small business magazine

Conferences and Workshops Attended

  • Nigeria Association of Social Workers. Workshop on” The Judiciary and the Social Worker on Juvenile Matters. February 8, 2007: Participant.
  • International Conference on Globalization and Human Development. Faculty of the Social Sciences Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos December 2004: Participant.
  • Institute of Development Administration of Nigeria (IDAN) Sustainable Development Projects and MDG’s Attainment. Lagos, Nigeria 14th-15th October, 2011: Participant.
  • National Conference of the Nigerian Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA), 2015, University of Lagos, Afe Babalola Hall: Participant.
  • Annual International Conference of the Lagos State University, Faculty of Social Sciences: Climate Change and Vulnerability in Nigeria. 6th – 9th August, 2018: Participant.
  • Capacity Building Workshop for In-house Counsel of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) held in Lagos, November 19-21, 2018: Rapporteur.
  • Sensitization workshop for External Solicitors of Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) held in Lagos, August 12, 2019: Lead Rapporteur

Timeline

Healthcare Administrator

Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2024 - Current

Social Worker - Elderly Care (Volunteer)

Ministry of Youth and Sports
07.2022 - 10.2022

Social Worker - Child and Youth (Volunteer)

Ministry of Social Development (Correctional Center)
02.2022 - 07.2022

Social Worker - Family Social Welfare (Volunteer)

Ministry of Social Development and Family Services - Lagos
11.2021 - 02.2022

Professor of Social Work and Administration

Lagos State University
01.2000 - 01.2013

Program Manager

National Council for Population Activities
01.1987 - 01.1988

Social Worker

Ministry of Youth Sports and Social Development

Social Worker (Volunteer)

Charles Residential Care

Ph.D. - Sociology

Lagos State University

Master of Science - Sociology

Lagos State University

Master of Science - Social Work

Lagos State University

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Ibadan

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