John Ekoh
Perth,WA
Summary
Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines every time.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
Workpower
Perth, Western Australia
02.2023 - Current
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings.
- Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence.
- Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development.
- Supervised daily hygiene and skills to promote self-sufficiency.
- Collaborated with community members to educate public regarding issues such as drug abuse prevention and traffic safety.
Disability Support Worker
Innovative Support Services
Perth, WA
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Liaised with supervisor to review cases and improve care.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
Mental Health Support Worker
St. judes disability services
Perth, WA
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided mental health support services to members and families.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Helped clients deal with substance abuse, mental illness and other concerns by delivering personalized counseling support.
- Selected and compiled relevant information and resources for clients to support individuals in overcoming mental and emotional problems.
- Educated family members and helped each support clients by improving coping techniques.
Personal Care Assistant
SNS Nursing Agency
Perth, WA
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
Picker & Packer
coca-cola
Perth, WA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
- Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.
- Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
Farm Helper
The-Osks highland Produce
Sydney, NSW
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Watered and fertilized crops to promote growth for harvests.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Cultivated soil to refine and prepare for planting.
- Checked fields to prepare land for tilling and spring planting.
- Identified pests, weeds, and plants to select appropriate pesticides and fertilizers.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables by hand.
- Inspected, graded, stored and sorted post-harvest treatment of crops.
Personal Support Worker
Nortcott Disability Company
Sydney, NSW
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
Support Worker
Universal Clinic & Maternity
Kano, Kano
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
- Helped clients develop coping mechanisms, technical abilities and job skills.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
- Performed periodical review with team members and delivered relevant and constructive feedback.
- Maximized coverage during key hours by preparing effective schedules.
Driver
uber
Abuja, FCT
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Utilized GPS to optimize routes and continuously meet estimated delivery times.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
Storekeeper
bontic Nig Limited
Afikpo, Ebonyi
05.2009 - 12.2011
- Received delivery of incoming materials to reconcile purchase orders.
- Determined quantities of stock needed to replenish departments' supplies.
Education
Certificate IV - Disability
National Business Institute
Sydney NSW03.2022
GED -
Madonna Secondary School
Umuhuali Ebonyi Styate Nigeria06.2009
Skills
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Problem Resolution
- Work Ethic
- Microsoft Office
- PPE Use
- Organizational Skills
- Working Collaboratively
- Training & Development
- Active Listening
- People Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Team Building
- Computer Skills
AIM
To provide a qualified, professional and caring disability support worker with a passion for improving quality of life for the disadvantaged. I am experienced in various aspects of disabled care provision from general household duties to the implementation of comprehensive care plans. I am friendly, patient and a great communicator. I seek a role with a quality service provider where I can contribute to help people reach their goals and live a fulfilled life.
Additional Information
- First Aid and CPR certificate (current)
- Manual Handling Certificate
- Medication competence Certificate
- Police Clearance certification
- NDIS check
- Drivers license
- own car
- Ready to report to work 7 days a week
GENDER
Male
Date of Birth
11th November 1990
Nationality
Nigerian
Marital Status
Single
Language
English
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Workpower
02.2023 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker
St. judes disability services
06.2022 - 06.2023
Disability Support Worker
Innovative Support Services
04.2022 - 02.2024
Personal Care Assistant
SNS Nursing Agency
02.2022 - 11.2022
Picker & Packer
coca-cola
02.2022 - 04.2022
Farm Helper
The-Osks highland Produce
01.2022 - 02.2022
Personal Support Worker
Nortcott Disability Company
01.2022 - 02.2022
Support Worker
Universal Clinic & Maternity
05.2015 - 09.2017
Driver
uber
04.2014 - 01.2015
Storekeeper
bontic Nig Limited
05.2009 - 12.2011
Certificate IV - Disability
National Business Institute
GED -
Madonna Secondary School
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