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Onika Freeman-Fleming

Springfield,MA

Summary

Empathetic Peer Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in mental health support, and human experience. Excel in active listening, compassion, and communication, ensuring effective peer support and advocacy in challenging environments. Extensive experience as a CNA putting patients first.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Specialist

Behavioral Health Network Inc.
Springfield, MA
08.2024 - Current
  • I provide support to individuals during a crisis moment.
  • I help facilitate referrals for clients.
  • Support clients while they complete paperwork or get an evaluation completed

Direct Support Professional

MHA
Springfield, MA
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Supported clients through everyday stressors
  • Helped clients develop new coping skills to manage everyday things

Certified Nursing Assistant

Skilled Nursing Facility
East Longmeadow, MA
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Managed clients routine, bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
  • Answered Alerts to support patients comfort, safety and equipment
  • Tracked dietary progress, assisted with feeding and monitored intake

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Village Place
East Longmeadow, MA
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Administered Medications
  • Assisted with bathing
  • Completed household chores

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason Wright
Springfield, MA
06.2007 - 08.2016
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and any concerns.
  • Monitored vital signs.
  • Respond appropriately to clients' physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
  • Assisted in ADLS.
  • Assisted with household chores.
  • Administered medications.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkview Specialty hospital
Springfield , MA
02.2005 - 10.2006
  • Observe and track clients' physical, psychological, social, and developmental well-being.
  • Report to the staff, nurses, and work collaboratively.
  • Interact with patients.
  • Perineal care.
  • Transfer clients from the bed, chair, bath, etc.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Favorite Nurses
, MA
11.2003 - 06.2004
  • Monitor and track vital signs.
  • Keep the bed tidy, and assist in household chores.
  • Assist the client to the bathroom.

Certified Nursing Assistant

mercy care center
, MA
06.2002 - 05.2003
  • Prepare meals and manage dietary restrictions and needs.
  • Assist staff with patient care.
  • Assist in household chores.
  • assist with bathroom needs

Certified Nursing Assistant

Guardian Care
, MA
06.2001 - 08.2001
  • Assist clients with the use of Hoyer lifts.
  • Care of resident unit.
  • Assist with dental and mouth care.

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Client referrals
  • Coping skills development
  • Mental health support
  • Documentation management
  • Patient care

Certification

  • CNA
  • MAP
  • CPR/First Aid/AED
  • Narcan Tapestry
  • Infection control
  • Covid 19- Safety matters

Timeline

Peer Specialist

Behavioral Health Network Inc.
08.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

MHA
01.2022 - 07.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Skilled Nursing Facility
09.2019 - 01.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Village Place
09.2017 - 09.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason Wright
06.2007 - 08.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkview Specialty hospital
02.2005 - 10.2006

Certified Nursing Assistant

Favorite Nurses
11.2003 - 06.2004

Certified Nursing Assistant

mercy care center
06.2002 - 05.2003

Certified Nursing Assistant

Guardian Care
06.2001 - 08.2001
Onika Freeman-Fleming