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Matilda OJo

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

With a proven track record at Catholic Charities of New Orleans, I excel in de-escalation techniques and crisis management, enhancing resident well-being and safety. My expertise in client advocacy and team leadership has significantly contributed to creating supportive environments, demonstrating exceptional adaptability and a commitment to excellence in residential care.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Counselor

Catholic Charities of New Orleans
  • Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
  • Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
  • Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
  • Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.

Residential Supervisor

Elmy's Special Services
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
  • Handled conflict resolution among residents promptly and professionally, promoting a harmonious living environment for all parties involved.
  • Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
  • Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate shift coverage.

Housing Assistant

NYCHA, NEW YORK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
  • Handled conflict resolution among residents promptly and professionally, promoting a harmonious living environment for all parties involved.
  • Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
  • Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate shift coverage.

Housing Specialist

Urban Resources Institute
07.2022 - 04.2024
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions, ensuring confidentiality and efficient case management.
  • Assisted clients in understanding their rights and responsibilities as tenants, promoting healthy landlord-tenant relationships.
  • Explained rental and housing regulations to clients and helped each discover best options for housing.
  • Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.

Direct Support Professional

Catholic Guardian Services
07.1998 - 08.2016

Assist clients with their medical appointments,Administer medications as prescribed by the doctors. Accompanied clients for their family visits and recreation. Assist clients with meal preparation and feeding, shopping, laundry, shower and with their ADL's and grooming.

Education

Master Of Science - Psychology/Life Coach

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2020

B.Sc - Psychology/Biology

Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY
05.2010

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Boundaries establishment
  • Client advocacy
  • Supply replenishment
  • Safety management
  • Client transportation
  • Patient education
  • Progress monitoring
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Self-care practices
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Residential treatment plans
  • Resident counseling
  • Residential treatment programs
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Counseling and coaching
  • Trauma-informed counseling
  • EMR software updates
  • Residential care
  • Resident support
  • Behavioral intervention plans
  • Safety standards and compliance
  • Crisis counseling
  • Incident reporting
  • Healthy habits promotion
  • Crisis prevention intervention
  • Policy enforcement
  • Resident supervision
  • Emergency response
  • Community meetings
  • Emotional support
  • Staff communication
  • Progress documentation
  • Relationship building
  • Daily living skills instruction
  • Staff training
  • Case planning
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Life skills development
  • Discipline administration
  • Maintenance requests
  • Group activities
  • General housekeeping
  • Message delivery
  • Care plan management
  • Microsoft office
  • Public speaking
  • Activities oversight
  • Active listening
  • Crisis management
  • Dietary requirements
  • Student needs assessments
  • Issue resolution
  • Facility security
  • Event chaperoning
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Facility inspection
  • Case file management
  • Communication clarity
  • Call answering and routing
  • Status assessments
  • Staff meeting coordination
  • Developmental disorders
  • Team supervision
  • Mediation techniques
  • Counseling program development
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Mental health awareness
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Counseling techniques
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Team building
  • Safety protocols
  • Task prioritization

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Residential Supervisor

Elmy's Special Services
07.2024 - 12.2024

Housing Specialist

Urban Resources Institute
07.2022 - 04.2024

Housing Assistant

NYCHA, NEW YORK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
02.2019 - 12.2019

Direct Support Professional

Catholic Guardian Services
07.1998 - 08.2016

Residential Counselor

Catholic Charities of New Orleans

Master Of Science - Psychology/Life Coach

Grand Canyon University

B.Sc - Psychology/Biology

Molloy College
Matilda OJo