Nyala West
Baltimore,United States
Summary
Devoted Social Work Student, providing exemplary service to individuals in residential care environments with utmost respect and consideration. Supportive care professional, monitoring client behaviors and encouraging participation in healthy activities as noted within care plan. Deliberate role model, demonstrating healthy behavior for daily living and social interactions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Specialist
DMC Empowering Health Services
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals, such as social workers or mental health counselors, to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained accurate records on client information including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Provided individual and group therapy to children and teens with mental health challenges
- Advocated on behalf of the client's rights regarding access to quality healthcare services.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Morgan State University School of Behavioral Sciences
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted research pertaining to TCA or TSS benefits, to examine how these recipients perceive their current TCA participation in their financial and psychological well-being
- Analyzed the specific challenges low-income families face in complying with TCA or TSS requirements, its impact on the stability of their family, and their experience of a successful transition to employment
- Collaborated with others in a team-based environment to identify challenges from family data analysis.
Direct Support Staff
The Bridges Center
09.2014 - 12.2022
- Held activities and outings for adults with intellectual disabilities
- Assisted participants with their employment goals and daily goals
- Cooked meals and assisted participants with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2024
Skills
- Offering compassionate counseling
- Professional ethics
- Empathy Development
- Multicultural Competence
- Implementing patient plans with diligence
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Excellent Communication
- Individual Counseling
- Family Support
Certification
- Awarded The Howard County Chapter of Morgan State for 3.5 GPA
- Dean's List Spring & Fall 2022
- University National Alumni Association
Hobbies and Interests
- Painting
- Sewing
- Playing the violin
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Direct Care Specialist
DMC Empowering Health Services
10.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Morgan State University School of Behavioral Sciences
11.2022 - 08.2023
Direct Support Staff
The Bridges Center
09.2014 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
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