Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
References
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Patrick Nwasiwemua OJEME

Marietta,Georgia
Patrick Nwasiwemua OJEME

Summary

Client-focused professional with training and expertise to help individuals with complex behavioral and mental health challenges. Possesses solid understanding of using coping skills and other therapeutic interventions as part of a comprehensive counseling model for youth development activities . Capable of driving efficiency and fostering team collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Insightful psychotherapist with several years of employment in counseling settings and prior history in the field. Proficient applying cognitive behavioral therapy to promote client growth and change. Adept communicating and processing with youth experiencing behavioral or emotional struggles,

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Head Start Center
Augusta, GA

Registered Behavior Technician
10.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
  • Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
  • Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
  • Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
  • Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
  • Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
  • Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
  • Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
  • Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
  • Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
  • Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.

Devereux Behavioral Health

Educational Psychologist / Direct Support Professional
04.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Providing supervision of clients in program activities, on and off facility grounds and assisting in maintaining a safe and therapeutic treatment environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of various categories of clients
  • Directly supporting and facilitating individual and group interventions, and therapeutic activities, including but not limited to activities of daily living, life skills and social skills, per treatment plans and program expectations
  • Providing transportation for clients, families and assigned by the campus supervisors

4 Season Home Care

Professional Caregiver (Part-Time)
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Bathing and grooming clients, assisting with laundry and helping with dressing, food shopping and prep, light housekeeping and managing medications, assisting with transportation and mobility assistance, companionship and emotional support and communicating with doctors and monitoring medications

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia

Senior Community Living Manager
06.2023 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Responsible for morning and afternoon transportation for the 8 individuals living with intellectual and developmental Disabilities
  • Responsible for their Doctor’s appointment and medication administration and proper record keeping procedures and documentation

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Research Assistant
11.2016 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Conducting literature reviews, supervision of undergraduate students' project, collecting and analyzing various research data, preparing materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations, preparing interview questions, ensure accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary, managing and responding to project related email etc

University of Benin

School Counsellor
03.2014 - 02.2016

Job overview

  • School Counsellor (Senior School), provided academic skills support for learners, career planning seminars, education in understanding self and others, coping strategies skills training for learners and teachers, peer relationships and effective social skills training for learners, communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, decision-making training for learners, study skills training, career awareness and the world of work information for learners, substance abuse education for learners, sexuality education training for learners, school crisis intervention programs awareness for school leaders, individual/family and small group counselling Program management and operation

Holy Infant International School

School Counsellor
01.2012 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Established school counselling programs and developed activities, provided career counselling for learners, provided college and career information to students, facilitated students resume writing, interviewing techniques and developed job search skills, assisted teacher in educational placement of students, with the help of educational assessment strategies

St. Mary Dedication British International School

School Counsellor/ Advance level Coordinator/ Subject Teacher
01.2014 - 03.2014

Job overview

  • Established the school program and developed several activities to enhance learning effectiveness, involved other school staff in making decisions about the school counselling program, provided both individual and group counselling services to meet the developmental, preventive, and remedial needs of students, consultation with students, parents, teachers, and other school and community personnel to assist in meeting the needs of students, accurately interpreted test results and other students' data, assisted teachers with the educational placement of students by using appropriate educational assessment strategies
  • Also taught psychology at Advance Level (AS Level) School District and life science education

Nigerian Military School

School Counselor/Life Science Educator
04.2008 - 03.2009

Job overview

  • Established the school program and developed several activities to enhance learning effectiveness, involved other school staff in making decisions about the school counselling program, provided both individual and group counselling services to meet the developmental, preventive, and remedial needs of students, consultation with students, parents, teachers, and other school and community personnel to assist in meeting the needs of students, accurately interpreted test results and other students' data, assisted teachers with educational placement of students by using appropriate educational assessment strategies
  • Also taught psychology at Advance Level (AS Level) School District and life science education

Education

University of Kwazulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa

Ph.D. from Counseling and Educational Psychology
09-2024

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science from Counseling and Educational Psychology
11-2007

University of Benin
Benin, Nigeria

University Diploma from International Studies And Diplomacy
12-2004

Immaculate Conception College
Benin, Nigeria

High School Diploma
12-1999

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Crisis prevention
  • counseling
  • Multicultural competence
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Team motivation
  • Social skills training
  • Suicide prevention
  • Self-care techniques
  • Vocational support
  • Individualized service plans
  • Family support
  • Medication monitoring
  • Boundary setting
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Anger management
  • Supportive housing
  • Therapeutic recreation
  • Relapse prevention
  • Peer support
  • Service coordination
  • Dual diagnosis treatment
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Residential support
  • Wellness recovery action plan
  • Outreach services
  • Discharge planning
  • Intake assessment
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Assertiveness training
  • Recovery planning
  • Client engagement
  • Life skills coaching

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 45 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
  • Fostered positive behavior changes and enhanced the quality of life for individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Meticulously collected and analyzed data on client behaviors, which was essential for tracking progress and making informed decisions about treatment adjustments.
  • Taught clients essential life skills, helped them develop independence and improved their social interactions, communication, and daily living abilities.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively, reduced the risk of crises and promoted a safer environment for clients and caregivers.
  • Fostered strong, trusting relationships with clients, which is crucial for engagement and motivation in the therapeutic process.
  • Worked closely with families and other professionals, ensuring a cohesive approach to treatment that addresses the unique needs of each individual.
  • Adhered to a strict code of ethics, and provided compassionate and respectful care while advocating for the best interests of my clients

Certification

  • Salesforce Certified Administrator
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Google IT Support Professional Certificate
  • Certified Data Professional (CDP)
  • Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
  • Georgia State Driver's License
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Certified Personal Care Assistant (CPCA) in Georgia, United States of America
  • Certified Medication Technician (CMA) in United States of America
  • Registered Behavior Technique (RBT) in Georgia, United States of America.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Hobbies and Interests

  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community.
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders.
  • Advocacy Campaigns
  • Community Cleanup
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals.
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Researching different methodologies that support positive learning outcomes and student gains.
  • Developing and implementing educational programs.
  • Providing counseling to promote academic success and social-emotional well-being.
  • Evaluating learning difficulties.
  • Identifying learning, social and behavioral issues that impede children’s learning.
  • Helping teachers create classroom curriculum that enhances the learning process

References

Professor Sarah Bansilal

University of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

Superior Supervisor

(+27 078) 327-9591

bansilals@ukzn.ac.za

Prof E.O. Egbochuku

Senior Lecturer

University of Benin, Nigeria

(+234) 803-7190

mamandidi@yahoo.co.uk

Mr. Dane Grieh

Campus Supervisor

Devereux Advanced Behavior Health

Kennesaw, Georgia, United States of America

+1 404 580 5204

griehd@ad.devereux.org

Alisabeth Marques

DDP/Case Manager

Faith Medical Services

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

+1 770 907 7226

alisabeth@faithagencyinc.com

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Head Start Center
10.2025 - Current

Educational Psychologist / Direct Support Professional

Devereux Behavioral Health
04.2024 - Current

Senior Community Living Manager

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia
06.2023 - 02.2024

Professional Caregiver (Part-Time)

4 Season Home Care
03.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

University of KwaZulu-Natal
11.2016 - 01.2020

School Counsellor

University of Benin
03.2014 - 02.2016

School Counsellor/ Advance level Coordinator/ Subject Teacher

St. Mary Dedication British International School
01.2014 - 03.2014

School Counsellor

Holy Infant International School
01.2012 - 12.2014

School Counselor/Life Science Educator

Nigerian Military School
04.2008 - 03.2009

University of Kwazulu-Natal

Ph.D. from Counseling and Educational Psychology

University of Ibadan

Bachelor of Science from Counseling and Educational Psychology

University of Benin

University Diploma from International Studies And Diplomacy

Immaculate Conception College

High School Diploma
Patrick Nwasiwemua OJEME