Abigail Clifford
Bath,Somerset
Summary
Manages complex caseloads across mental health and social care settings, balancing urgent need with accurate, timely decision-making. Completes Care Act assessments, mental capacity work and best-interest decisions to support lawful, effective practice. Implements safeguarding measures and coordinates with healthcare professionals to reduce risk and strengthen integrated care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Bath
2021.02 - Current
- Supported clients experiencing mental health crises, providing trauma-informed care to foster safety and wellbeing.
- Supervised social work students in clinical activities, advising on strategies, answering questions and correcting errors.
- Conducted comprehensive initial psychosocial assessments evaluating client needs, risks and strengths.
Agency Mental Health Social Worker
Somerset County Council
Taunton
2020.10 - 2021.02
- Implemented safeguarding measures for vulnerable clients, reducing exposure to harm.
- Liaise with healthcare providers to integrate mental and physical care services.
- Undertake Care Act assessments, best-interest decisions, mental health tribunal cases.
Agency Mental Health Social Worker
Devon County Council
Torbay
2020.05 - 2020.08
- Supporting complex older adults within the community and within care homes, via care act assessments, reviews of packages of care, mental capacity assessments, and safeguarding investigations.
Personal Assistant
Wells Family
Bath
2015.03 - 2020.06
- Support disabled child access to community activities and provide family respite.
Social Worker
Wiltshire Council
Trowbridge
2017.05 - 2019.12
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate mental health services for clients.
- Managed case loads efficiently, prioritising urgent needs while maintaining high standards.
- Implemented safeguarding measures for vulnerable clients, reducing risks of harm.
- Managed patient caseloads to address social work assessments, crisis intervention and care planning.
Social Worker
Bath and North East Somerset Council
Keynsham
2016.05 - 2017.05
- Provide support for families and children with disabilities within care plans.
- Complete Section 47 enquiries, single assessments, and care plan documentation accurately.
- Managed case loads efficiently, prioritising urgent needs while maintaining high standards.
Student Social Worker
Banes Carers Centre
Bath
2015.10 - 2016.04
- Hold small caseload, completing statutory young carer assessments and adult carer assessments.
- Support running groups for parent carers and young carers with care coordination.
Student Social Worker
Solent NHS Trust
Portsmouth
2015.02 - 2015.06
- Held small client case load, providing consistent support and coverage during duties.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care pathways for vulnerable individuals.
- Monitored and reviewed client progress, adjusting support plans to reflect changing needs and circumstances.
Contact Supervisor
Bath and North East Somerset Council
Bath
2013.02 - 2014.09
- Work with court team to supervise contact sessions for families in centres.
Medicine Counter Assistant
Lloyds Pharmacy
Midsomer Norton
2010.01 - 2013.02
- Maintained a clean and organised pharmacy environment, complying with health and safety guidelines.
- Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
- Helped pharmacy staff prepare medications and fill orders.
- Managed pharmacy cash register, processed payments, and reconciled daily financial transactions.
- Kept pharmacy areas organised to promote better staff productivity.
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Social Work
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth2016
Bachelor of Arts - Education and History Combined degree
Bath Spa University
Bath2009
Skills
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Safeguarding practice
- Care coordination
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Psychosocial assessment
- Mental capacity
- Care Act assessment
Timeline
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
2021.02 - Current
Agency Mental Health Social Worker
Somerset County Council
2020.10 - 2021.02
Agency Mental Health Social Worker
Devon County Council
2020.05 - 2020.08
Social Worker
Wiltshire Council
2017.05 - 2019.12
Social Worker
Bath and North East Somerset Council
2016.05 - 2017.05
Student Social Worker
Banes Carers Centre
2015.10 - 2016.04
Personal Assistant
Wells Family
2015.03 - 2020.06
Student Social Worker
Solent NHS Trust
2015.02 - 2015.06
Contact Supervisor
Bath and North East Somerset Council
2013.02 - 2014.09
Medicine Counter Assistant
Lloyds Pharmacy
2010.01 - 2013.02
Master of Science - Masters of Social Work
University of Portsmouth
Bachelor of Arts - Education and History Combined degree
Bath Spa University