Viola Nyangeri
Goleta,CA
Summary
Seasoned Direct Care Professional with a proven track record at Devereux Foundation, adept in client documentation and behavior redirection. Excelled in creating care plans and ensuring client safety, while fostering independence. Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing client well-being and progress.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Foundation
Goleta, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Assessed client's needs for additional resources or assistance from outside agencies.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Administered medications following established protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities that promoted physical activity and mental stimulation.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Serve as staff in charge.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Attended team meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss case progress.
Help Line Counselor
Child Line Kenya
Lower Kabete, Nairobi
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
- Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
- Educated staff members about mental health issues affecting students so they can better respond appropriately to those needs.
- Coached clients on how to manage emotions effectively while also teaching them how to recognize warning signs of distress before it becomes overwhelming.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, physicians, and other professionals.
- Consulted on outside cases using personal expertise in diagnoses.
HIV Prevention Counselor
Lea Toto Kenya
Kasarani, Nairobi
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Collected demographic and medical information to conduct intake for patients with HIV.
- Conducted risk assessments with clients to identify their risk factors for acquiring HIV infection.
- Scheduled appointments and office visits, prepared client files and documented case notes.
- Attended conferences related to the latest advances in HIV prevention research.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure that clients receive appropriate medical care for any sexually transmitted diseases.
- Participated in trainings related to HIV and AIDS awareness initiatives conducted by local agencies.
Education
Clinical Psychology
USIU-AFRICA
Kasarani09-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Daystar University
Athi River07-2018
High School Diploma -
Asumbi Girls High School
Homabay County11-2013
Skills
- Client documentation
- Behavior redirection
- First aid and safety
- Client safety and first aid
- Care plan assessment
- Personal care assistance
Accomplishments
- Servant Leadership
- Overall best staff of the year twice
- Best Volunteer
Languages
English
Professional
Swahili
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
- Kenya Certificate of Psychologists Association License
- Direct Support Professional 1&2 Certificate
- Direct Support Professional 1&2 Certificate
- First Aid - America Red Cross
Timeline
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Foundation
02.2023 - Current
Help Line Counselor
Child Line Kenya
04.2022 - 01.2023
HIV Prevention Counselor
Lea Toto Kenya
01.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Psychology
USIU-AFRICA
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Daystar University
High School Diploma -
Asumbi Girls High School