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Mary  Owusu

Mary Owusu

Shelton,CT

Summary

Adept at fostering independence and enhancing quality of life, I leveraged adaptability and effective communication to excel in roles at ADAPT Community Network and other healthcare services. Demonstrated a 100% commitment to patient safety and team collaboration, significantly reducing accidents and improving client well-being through personalized care and skillful problem-solving. Support professional prepared for role requiring effective communication and problem-solving capabilities. Known for enhancing customer satisfaction through timely and accurate support. Reliable team player with focus on adapting to changing needs and delivering consistent results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Representative

ADAPT Community Network
06.2022 - Current

•Provide care and assist with personal development and independence of a people we support.


•Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at the highest level.


•Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills.


•Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility.


•Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings.

Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned.


•Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action.


•Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures.


•Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices.


•Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it.


•If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines.


•Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc.


•Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies.


•Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs.

Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan.


•Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities.


•Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment.

Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program.


•Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of the medication administration course, and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration.


•Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual.

Home Health Aide /PCA

Eldercare New York
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Serene Home Healthcare
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • 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.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Royalcare
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Premier Home Health Care Services
10.2015 - 02.2020
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • 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.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.

Education

Senior Secondary Certificate Of Education - Home Economics

New Nsutam Secondary School
Eastern Region, Ghana
06.2007

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

St Luke Anglican Junior High School
Accra, Ghana
07.2004

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Friendly and Patient
  • Self Motivation
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Direct Support Representative

ADAPT Community Network
06.2022 - Current

Home Health Aide /PCA

Eldercare New York
10.2021 - 01.2022

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Serene Home Healthcare
10.2020 - 03.2021

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Royalcare
10.2020 - 12.2020

Home Health Aide/ PCA

Premier Home Health Care Services
10.2015 - 02.2020

Senior Secondary Certificate Of Education - Home Economics

New Nsutam Secondary School

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

St Luke Anglican Junior High School
Mary Owusu