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CHRISTOPHER OMORUANGA

Noble Park,VIC

Summary

Dependable expert with proven ability to design health education campaigns and programs to raise awareness of health issues. Experienced in assessing need for health education and developing strategies to promote health and wellness. Skilled in teaching, mentoring and developing relationships with individuals to support health initiatives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health and Welfare Support Worker

Home@Scope
03.2023 - Current
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
  • Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
  • Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.

Youth Work Case Worker

Community Staffing Australia
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • Lead and mentored teams of support workers, delivering hands-on coaching and supervision.
  • Oversaw development of several projects, such as implementation, design and evaluation.
  • Managed medication administration and educated staff on the functions of each medication administered.
  • Created a well tailored wellness programs to teach and foster healthy behaviour in clients, which further allowed for smooth transitions in any aspects of their care.
  • Partnered with nutritionists, to promote and implement healthy living for clients.
  • Liaised with Allied Health members to help minimize any form of harm.
  • Helped in development of new procedures and processes to improve work performance.
  • Assisted in training of new employees on company policies, procedures and processes.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Provided support and guidance to staff during COVID Safe Monitor Program, giving needed expert advice and ensuring safety protocols were followed.

Community Mental Health Case Worker

Absolute Care & Health
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Encouraging and inspiring clients to participate in community events and activities, helping them to feel more connected and happier.
  • Encouraging young people and adults to seek help early in order to get timely access to healthcare and other services for those who are dealing with may be at risk of developing mental health or substance use abuse.
  • Worked together with health and wellness experts to plan and carry out events, seminars, and workshops focusing on topics like reducing stigma among drug users in mental health.
  • Facilitating impactful support groups and conducted individual counselling sessions, providing emotional and psychological assistance to clients.
  • Devising and implementing processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Educating staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluating client needs and feedback to drive service improvements.

Community Health and Outreach Volunteer

Super Community Care
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Delivered presentations to interested groups and answered wide-ranging questions about available offerings.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences by manning booths and giving polished presentations.
  • Offered personalized support to individuals needing any kind of services, helping connect each with available resources and relevant team members.
  • Collaborated with various companies and government entities to shape approaches and leveraged trends in local marketplaces and industries.
  • Increased brand awareness and boosted public perception of organization through proactive outreach and network development with key stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to promote social services.

Associate Medical Doctor

Summit Hospital Limited
09.2019 - 11.2021
  • Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patients on at-home recovery.
  • Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications, and immunization statuses.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
  • Identified opiate-free pain control methods to reduce usage of overprescribed narcotics.
  • Treated and monitored care of geriatric patients at local long-term care facility.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
  • Educated patients and families on benefits of healthy diet and adequate exercise.
  • Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.

Education

Master of Public Health - Public Health

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
06.2024

Certificate IV in Disability - Disability

Australian National Training Pty Ltd
Melbourne, Australia
07.2021

M.D. - Medicine

Odessa National Medical University
Odessa, Ukraine
06.2019

Skills

  • Health Promotion Outreach
  • Great Leadership Ability, and Reliability Skills
  • Promote Community Health and Interventions
  • Campaign Design and Critical Thinking
  • Community Development and Program Planning
  • Great Verbal and Written Communication
  • Rural Health initiatives
  • Public Health and Safety
  • Planning, Team Work and Collaboration Skills
  • Effective Time Management Skills
  • Emotional Support and Counselling
  • Life Skills Development
  • Skills and Experience in Health Program Design, Development and Implementation
  • Treatment Planning and Emergency response training

Certification

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAIDOO1)
  • First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012)
  • First Aid (HLTAID011)
  • Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010)
  • Certificate IV in Disability
  • Doctor of Medicine Specialist's Diploma
  • Working With Children Check
  • Full Australian Driver's Licence
  • Fire Safety Training
  • Police Check (AFP)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination- Fully Vaccinated
  • Infection Control Certificate
  • Influenza Vaccine Certificate

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working

Timeline

Health and Welfare Support Worker

Home@Scope
03.2023 - Current

Community Mental Health Case Worker

Absolute Care & Health
05.2022 - 12.2023

Youth Work Case Worker

Community Staffing Australia
04.2022 - 02.2024

Community Health and Outreach Volunteer

Super Community Care
02.2022 - 05.2022

Associate Medical Doctor

Summit Hospital Limited
09.2019 - 11.2021

Master of Public Health - Public Health

Deakin University

Certificate IV in Disability - Disability

Australian National Training Pty Ltd

M.D. - Medicine

Odessa National Medical University

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