SYLVANUS FODAY BOYMA
Columbus,OH
Summary
Driven Direct Support Professional with proven expertise in compassionate caregiving and medication administration, honed at Homewatch CareGiversInc. Excelled in enhancing client well-being and safety, achieving significant improvements in client independence. Skilled in crisis management and behavioral redirection, demonstrating a strong commitment to client support and achieving positive outcomes. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with 5 and more years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and other task. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Homewatch CareGiversInc
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Stocking Associate
Walmart East Main Street
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced store organization by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining inventory control.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Examined and inspected stock items for defects and reported damages to supervisor.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Scanned, recorded and verified received inventory during regular shipments.
- Organized merchandise on floor, priced items with scan gun and switched price tickets according to promotional sales and sale expiration dates.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Maximized sales floor appeal with timely merchandise replenishment and presentation.
- Maintained clean and organized stockroom by sweeping, mopping and removing empty boxes.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Assisted in training new Stocking Associates, sharing best practices and relevant experience.
- Ensured accurate labeling of merchandise through meticulous attention to detail during the stocking process.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity goals while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
Home Health Caregiver
Solivita of Summit Trace
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Njala University
Sierra Leone West Africa02.2013
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Appointment Scheduling
- Client Transportation
- Social Skills Development
- Crisis Management
- Safety Monitoring
- State regulations knowledge
- Light Housekeeping
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Caring Companionship
- Emergency Response
Additional Information
REFERENCE
Brima Samking
Registered Nurse Solivita Summit Trace
934 N CassedayAve
Columbus Ohio
614-599-7062
Ruth Kallon
Supervisor at Homewatch caregiver
Columbus Ohio
614-405-4762
Andrew Amara Konneh
National Army graud
Columbus Ohio
202-294-4117
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Homewatch CareGiversInc
06.2024 - Current
Stocking Associate
Walmart East Main Street
02.2023 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
Solivita of Summit Trace
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Njala University
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