BIDEMI NAFIU OLATUNJI
London
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with expertise in psychological assessment, CBT-informed interventions, and psychoeducation. Proficient in risk assessment, safeguarding, and clinical record keeping, with a strong focus on behavioural observation and group facilitation. Skilled in service evaluation, data collection and analysis, and adept at working within multidisciplinary teams. Experienced in using Microsoft Office and electronic patient records to enhance service delivery. Committed to advancing mental health practices through evidence-based approaches and collaborative care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Support Worker
Out and About Community Interest Company
2025.10 - 2026.05
- Support individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities using person-centred approaches. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote recovery, independence, and wellbeing. Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records.
Befriender Volunteer
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2025.03 - 2026.05
- Supported adults experiencing mental health difficulties and social isolation. Assisted with recovery-focused interventions and risk monitoring under supervision. Maintained accurate records and adhered to safeguarding procedures.
Nursery Assistant
Totally Kidz Day Nursery
2023.11 - 2026.05
- Supported children's emotional wellbeing and behavioural development. Applied trauma-informed approaches and maintained safeguarding standards.
Wellbeing Navigator
South West London & St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
2025.05 - 2025.11
- Conducted mental health assessments and administered validated outcome measures including PHQ-9, CORE-10 and WSAS. Delivered CBT-informed interventions, psychoeducation, and wellbeing support for adults experiencing anxiety and depression. Facilitated wellbeing groups and worked with partner agencies to coordinate care and referrals.
Education
BSc - General and Applied Psychology
University of Jos
Level 3 Diploma - Health and Social Care
UKSkills
- Psychological Assessment
- CBT-Informed Interventions
- Psychoeducation
- Risk Assessment
- Safeguarding
- Clinical Record Keeping
- Behavioural Observation
- Group Facilitation
- Service Evaluation
- Data Collection & Analysis
- MDT Working
- Microsoft Office
- Electronic Patient Records
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Autism & Mental Health
- Understanding Psychosis
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Safeguarding Level 3
- Suicide Prevention (QPR)
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Conflict Resolution
- Facilitation Skills
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Support Worker
Out and About Community Interest Company
2025.10 - 2026.05
Wellbeing Navigator
South West London & St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
2025.05 - 2025.11
Befriender Volunteer
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2025.03 - 2026.05
Nursery Assistant
Totally Kidz Day Nursery
2023.11 - 2026.05
Level 3 Diploma - Health and Social Care
BSc - General and Applied Psychology
University of Jos