Nyala West

Nyala west

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location of Nyala WestBaltimore, Maryland, United States
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Social Work Student at Morgan State University

  • Education

    • Morgan state university

      2018 - 2022
    • Morgan state university

      2018 - 2023
      Bachelor of science - bs social work senior

      Activities and Societies: Dean's List Spring 2022, Member of MSU School of Social Work Community Scholars Program, Member of Afros of MSU, Member of Morgan State's Spokesman for Fall 2019 Semester, Member of Morgan State's NAACP Chapter

  • Experience

    • The bridges center

      Sept 2013 - May 2018
      Direct support staff

      Held activities and outings for adults with intellectual disabilities, Assisted participants with their employment goals and daily goals, Directed participants on community outings, Cooked meals and assisted participants with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

    • Maryland conservation job corps

      Jun 2018 - Sept 2019
      Crew chief

      Ensured the training, safety and quality work performance of a crew comprised of approximately seven corps members in conservation service projects. These projects included trail construction and maintenance, wildlife habitat restoration, tree planting, park development, light construction, landscaping, campground renovations, general beautification and maintenance of state park buildings

    • Morgan state university school of behavioral sciences

      Dec 2022 - Apr 2024
      Undergraduate research assistant

      Conducted research pertaining to TCA or TSS benefits , to examine how these recipients perceive their current TCA participation in their financial and psychological well-being .Analyzed the specific challenges low-income families face in complying with TCA or TSS requirements, its impact on the stability of their family, and their experience of a successful transition to employmentCollaborated with others in a team-based environment to identify challenges from family data analysis.

    • Drobots company

      Jun 2023 - Apr 2024
      Summer camp counselor

      Directly responsible for the safety, enjoyment and emotional well being of every camper on site.Improved my classroom management skills by leading lesson plans revolving around flying. drones and controlling robots.Developed my own curriculum based on the progress campers made day by day. Gained valuable experience in a classroom setting.

    • Dmc empowering health services, llc

      Oct 2023 - now
      Direct care specialist

      Collaborated with other healthcare professionals, such as social workers or mental health counselors, to provide comprehensive care for clients.Maintained accurate records on client information including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.Provided individual and group therapy to children and teens with mental health challengesAdvocated on behalf of the client's rights regarding access to quality healthcare services.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Social and behavioral research - basic/refresher

      Citi program
      Oct 2022
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