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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Ofeoritse Atotuomah

Newark,NJ    -    New Jersey
Ofeoritse  Atotuomah

Summary

Certainly! My educational background as a Certified Behavioral Health Specialist includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which provided me with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, cognitive processes, and emotional development. Additionally, I pursued specialized training in behavioral interventions and therapeutic techniques during my undergraduate studies.

Furthermore, I obtained certification as a Behavioral Health Specialist through rigorous coursework and hands-on training focused on topics such as psychopathology, counseling ethics, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention. This certification demonstrates my commitment to staying current with best practices and ethical standards in the field of behavioral health.

Overall, my educational journey has equipped me with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional credentials necessary to effectively serve as a Certified Behavioral Health Specialist and make a positive impact in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Hands Of Angel
Newark, NJ

Caregiver
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Best Service Raya Distractions Nokia Care
Nigeria

Regional Manager
01.2008 - 12.2011

Job overview

  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
  • Leveraged profit opportunities by recruiting top talent and managing brand image to exceed plan performance.
  • Improved customer experience by creating custom showrooms across retail locations.
  • Boosted brand growth by devising strategic network and marketing tactics.
  • Established and maintained operational standards for Number locations.

Ascend home health
Begen county

CHHA
03 2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease prevention, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the CHHA team by sharing best practices and strategies for improving patient care outcomes.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
  • Assisted with mobility-related tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, promoting independence and injury prevention.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks for patients'' homes, maintaining cleanliness and promoting a comfortable living space.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' family members, fostering trust and open communication channels for effective care collaboration.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.

Compassionate Care Hospice
Bloomfield

Hospice Aide
03 2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
  • Promoted a holistic approach to end-of-life care by incorporating various relaxation techniques such as music therapy or aromatherapy into daily routines.
  • Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
  • Assisted in the management of end-of-life symptoms through the implementation of non-pharmacological interventions such as massage, guided imagery, or relaxation exercises.
  • Streamlined coordination of patient care activities, working closely with hospice team members to meet complex needs.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Optimized care delivery by effectively managing supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for patient needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Assisted patients in achieving optimal mobility by supporting them during transfers, ambulation, and positioning activities.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with home health aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Assisted in creation of peaceful passing environment, implementing individualized end-of-life care plans.
  • Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by participating in continuous education sessions on hospice care best practices.
  • Improved patient mobility and comfort with gentle physical assistance and careful positioning techniques.

Programs for parents
278 south 11 street Newark NJ

In Home child care provider
06 2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Supported parent-initiated potty training behaviors using positive reinforcement.
  • Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Assisted children with special needs, providing personalized care and attention to ensure their individual growth and development.
  • Planned fun, educational activities for children aged 0 to 10.
  • Cared for children with autisim, speach disability and low attension spam ( special needs ) age 0-6
  • Facilitated open communication between parents and children by encouraging family discussions on various topics relevant to their lives.
  • Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict, and expressing emotions appropriately.
  • Complied with state and federal child care provider guidelines and regulations.
  • Obtained current CPR, First Aid certifications.
  • Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
  • Provided transportation to and from school or appointments when necessary, maintaining punctuality and safety at all times.

Pristine care NJ
20 begonia CT sayrecille NJ 08872

DSPfocusing on therapeutic support
03 2024 - 04 2024

Job overview

  • Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.

Education

Hands of Angels

Certification from Behavioral Health Technician
03.2024

University Overview

Certainly! My educational background as a Certified Behavioral Health Specialist includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which provided me with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, cognitive processes, and emotional development. Additionally, I pursued specialized training in behavioral interventions and therapeutic techniques during my undergraduate studies.

Furthermore, I obtained certification as a Behavioral Health Specialist through rigorous coursework and hands-on training focused on topics such as psychopathology, counseling ethics, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention. This certification demonstrates my commitment to staying current with best practices and ethical standards in the field of behavioral health.

Overall, my educational journey has equipped me with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional credentials necessary to effectively serve as a Certified Behavioral Health Specialist and make a positive impact in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

Hands of Angels

CHHA from Home Health Aide
02.2024

University Overview

Licenced

Programs for parents

Certification from CPR ( Adult And Child )
01.2024

University Overview

CPR certified

Delta State University Abraka

Sociology / Psychology from Cultures / Behaviour
11.2008

University Overview

Bachelor of social science

Skills

  • Patient Companionship
  • Meal Preparation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Progress Documentation
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Supportive Companionship
  • Dementia Care
  • Emotional Support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • State Regulations Knowledge
  • Compassionate Communication
  • End of Life Care
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Daily Living Assistance
  • Elderly Care
  • PPE Usage
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Physical Therapy Support
  • ADL Assistance
  • Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts
  • Care plan assessment
  • Progress documentation
  • Community integration
  • Patient care
  • First aid and safety
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Written Communication
  • Bed transfers
  • Infectious disease protocols
  • Relationship building
  • Patient bathing and grooming
  • Palliative care
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Chronic disease management
  • Conducting intakes
  • Observing responses
  • Transporting patients
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Feeding assistance expert

Certification

i am a Certified as home health and a Behavioral health Specialist. Additionally, I have completed EAD (Emergency Action Plan) and First Aid Training for adult and children through the American Red Cross, further demonstrating my commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of those under my care.

  • CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician

Timeline

Caregiver

Hands Of Angel
01.2024 - Current

Regional Manager

Best Service Raya Distractions Nokia Care
01.2008 - 12.2011

CHHA

Ascend home health
03 2024 - Current

Hospice Aide

Compassionate Care Hospice
03 2024 - Current

In Home child care provider

Programs for parents
06 2024 - Current

DSPfocusing on therapeutic support

Pristine care NJ
03 2024 - 04 2024

Hands of Angels

Certification from Behavioral Health Technician

Hands of Angels

CHHA from Home Health Aide
02/2024

Programs for parents

Certification from CPR ( Adult And Child )
01/2024

Delta State University Abraka

Sociology / Psychology from Cultures / Behaviour
11/2008
Ofeoritse Atotuomah