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Omphemetse Valencia Tshepe
Lay Counsellor
Rustenburg
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate Community Health Worker with 3 years of experience in fast-paced positions. Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Health Worker
Department Of Health
Rustenburg
05.2020 - Current
- Engaged clients in health-related activities to enhance overall well-bein
- Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
- Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse, and other community health concerns.
- Participated in health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health issues.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
- Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness.
- Set up community health education and promotion programs to reduce chronic conditions.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to build program scope.
- Led outreach activities to target specific demographics and promote health initiatives.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
Volunteer Counsellor
Lifeline
Rustenburg
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
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- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Education
Grade 10 - Secondary Education
HF Tlou High School
Tlhabane Rustenburg 01.2008 - 12.2008
Certificate - Hiv Testing And Counselling
Foundation For Professional Development
E Leaning 03.2023 - 05.2023
Ncv Level 4 - Office Administration
Orbit Tvet College
Mankwe Campus (mogwase) 01.2014 - 11.2016
Skills
Bilingual in [Language]
Active listening Skills
Communication Administrative skills
Mocrosoft office skills
Team work skills
Creative Thinking skills
Interests
Yoga
Reading
Listening to music
Volunteering
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
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sunday
morning
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evening
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Timeline
Certificate - Hiv Testing And Counselling
Foundation For Professional Development
03.2023 - 05.2023
Community Health Worker
Department Of Health
05.2020 - Current
Volunteer Counsellor
Lifeline
03.2019 - 11.2019
Ncv Level 4 - Office Administration
Orbit Tvet College
01.2014 - 11.2016
Grade 10 - Secondary Education
HF Tlou High School
01.2008 - 12.2008