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ERNEST YEBOAH DUAH

Tarkwa, Western Region

Summary

Experienced caregiver providing support to children, the elderly, convalescents, or individuals with disabilities in their daily tasks either at home or in a care facility. Perform household chores such as bed-making, laundry, dishwashing, and medication administration. Offer guidance to families and healthcare professionals on health matters, hygiene, and household management.

Skills

  • First Aid
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Health and Safety
  • Problem-Solving
  • Independent Living Support
  • Individual Support Plans
  • Documentation skills
  • Recreational Activities

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Tarkwa Community Hospital
01.2017 - Current
  • Improved client independence by creating personalized support plans
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities.
  • Collaborated with staff to facilitate meaningful activities for adults with disabilities
  • Contributed to and reviewed person-centered plans to ensure goals of individuals served were being met.
  • Provided supportive assistance to ensure their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Key Achievements:

  • Achieved 20% increase in client independence through personalized support plans.
  • Received Compassionate Care Award for enhancing quality of life for clients with disabilities by 30%.
  • Contributed to person-centered plans, resulting in 25% improvement in goal attainment for individuals served.

Personal Care Worker

Angels of Hope Center (NGO)
07.2008 - 12.2016
  • Transported clients to appointments and organized recreational activities, enhancing their social engagement and well-being
  • Documented client care services accurately and maintained records, ensuring quality care and compliance with protocols.
  • Ensured timely administration of medications, adhering to prescribed schedules and dosages.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Key Achievements:

  • Achieved 30% reduction in reported medical appointment delays by efficiently transporting clients to medical appointments, contributing to timely healthcare access.
  • Implemented health and hygiene initiatives resulting in 25% decrease in reported medication-related incidents, ensuring safer medication administration practices.
  • Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.

Education

Certificate in CPR, AED And First Aid -

Alison, The CPD Certification Service
Mount Carmel,Loughrea, Ireland
04.2024

National Caregiver Certification-Home Health Aide -

American Caregiver Association
Colorado Spring, United States Of America
04.2024

Diploma in Caregiving -

Alison, The CPD Certification Service
Mount Carmel,Loughrea, Ireland
03.2024

WHMIS 2015 With GHS -

SafeCheck Workplace Safety Training
Calgary AB, Canada
12.2023

Food Safety Certification Program -

SafeCheck Food Safety , Canadian Food Safety Group
Calgary AB, Canada
12.2023

Certificate In Occupational Health and Safety -

OSHAcademy, Occupational Safety & Health Training
Beaverton, United States
11.2017

Diploma In Education -

University of Education, Winneba
Winneba, Central Region, Ghana
07.2016

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Sociology -

University Of Ghana - Legon
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
06.2008

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Osei Kyeretwie Secondary School
Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
08.2003

Association Bodies

  • Ghana Red Cross Society
  • Ghana Psychological Association (GPA)
  • International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Mental Health Society of Ghana

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
ERNEST YEBOAH DUAH