Olawumi Akojede
Brooklyn Park,MN
Summary
Professional with core background in behavioral analysis and focusing on individualized intervention plans and strategies. Knowledgeable in supporting positive clients needs and care with over 10 years of experience providing care for people with intellectual and mental challenges. Diverse experience in problem solving skills and time management during escalated situation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Enriched Living
New Brighton, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for the assessments of clients need and modify treatment approach.
- Advocating for clients when loopholes is being identified in plans of care.
- Implementing structured plans and schedules to reduce frustration in clients.
- Initiated rapport with clients, promoting engagement and trust in therapeutic activities.
- Prompt intervention during challenging behaviors and reinforcement of coping skills.
- Upholding client's confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and complete charts on each shift.
Mental Health Specialist
Dungarvin, Minnesota
Mendota Heights, MN
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported people with mental challenges to actualize their goals.
- Ensured safety for clients who are threats to others through close monitoring and observation during escalated situations such as suicidal ideation, elopement or self-harm behaviors.
- Provided direct care to people with intellectual disabilities and effective communication through accurate and timely chatting.
- Educated clients and families on coping strategies, resources, and available support services for therapy.
- Implemented daily activities for clients based on their individual program.
Mental Health Specialist
Amas Incorporated
Brooklyn Park, MN
04.2014 - 10.2022
- Supported clients with mental challenges in achieving their goals.
- Provided direct care by being proactive in crisis situations.
- Prioritized clients need as to alleviate stress that could escalate negative behaviors.
- Communicated effectively and timely, and followed chain of commands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Minneapolis, MN09-2025
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment and mental status examination (MSE)
- Suicide risk assessment and safety planning
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams (psychiatrists, social workers, therapists)
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Compliance with HIPAA and mental health legal standards
- Emotional Intelligence
- Empathy and patience
- Cultural sensitivity
- Safety, crisis management and prevention
Certification
CPR, First Aid and AED Certified
Languages
Yoruba (Nigeria)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Specialist
Dungarvin, Minnesota
10.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
Enriched Living
03.2023 - Current
Mental Health Specialist
Amas Incorporated
04.2014 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University