Alexandra Mayowa Somorin
Salford,Lancashire
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in mental health support and youth work, demonstrating strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills. Proficient in personal care assistance, physical restraint techniques, and safeguarding children training. Skilled in self-harm prevention strategies, medication administration, and effective record-keeping principles. Committed to maintaining professional conduct and confidentiality while adhering to Caldicott protocols. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of common mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Career goals include advancing in roles that focus on mental health awareness and support for diverse populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
CHILDREN IN CARE MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER
EVERY SECOND CARE
Wirral, Lancashire
2024.10 - 2026.03
- Facilitated intimate personal care with dignity and respect for service users.
- Empowered service users to make choices, fostering inclusion within communities.
- Supported individuals in achieving greater independence to maximise potential.
- Provided care for clients with personality disorders and challenging behaviours in home settings.
- Assisted service users in daily tasks to promote ordinary living skills.
- Engaged with service users to understand their preferences and support needs.
- Encouraged exploration of new activities to enhance choice and self-esteem.
- Ensured medication was correctly administered, improving overall health outcomes.
Support worker (Adult and Young people in care)
EMERGENCY PERSONNEL LTD
London, City of London
2013.02 - Current
- Delivered personalised care, promoting choice and inclusion for service users.
- Facilitated daily living tasks to address diverse needs and challenges.
- Supported service users in achieving independence and maximising potential.
- Encouraged exploration of new activities to enhance responsibility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support services.
- Maintained accurate records and reports for regulatory compliance.
- Fostered a supportive environment through effective communication and teamwork.
- Demonstrated leadership by promoting equal opportunities and valuing diversity.
Support Worker
Taso Services LTD
Manchester, Lancashire
2014.08 - 2015.04
- Facilitated positive lifestyle changes to promote sustainable mental health.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients to foster openness.
- Provided crisis intervention during critical incidents for immediate support.
- Mediated communication between patients and family members to enhance relationships.
- Ensured adherence to risk assessment guidelines to uphold safety standards.
- Monitored patient conditions through regular pulse and weight measurements.
- Conducted weekly goal-setting sessions to improve individual well-being.
Participated in training courses to stay current with mental health practices.
Education
WAEC (GCSCs EQUIVALENT) - HIGH SCHOOL
ISOLO HIGH SCHOOL
LAGOS NIGERIA 1992.09 - 1998.07
OND (Ordinary National Diploma certificate) - Business Studies (Business Admin)
LAGOS STATE POLYTECHNIC
LAGOS NIGERIA 1999.09 - 2001.09
Bachelor of Science - Business Studies (Business Admin)
UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS AKOKA
LAGOS NIGERIA 2008.09 - 2012.12
Bachelor of Science - MICROBIOLOGY (SLT)
EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY ADO EKITI
ADO EKITI EKITI STATE 2013.09 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
University of Salford
UNITED KINGDOM 2024.01 -
Skills
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Personal care assistance
- Physical restraint techniques
- Youth work experience
- Empathy and understanding
- Self-harm prevention strategies
- Mental health awareness
- Medication administration skills
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Safeguarding children training
- Autism understanding
- Professional conduct and confidentiality
- Epilepsy awareness training
- Learning disability understanding
- Understanding of emotional dysregulation
- Awareness of alcohol dependence
- Awareness of illicit drug use
- Awareness of psychosis and anxiety disorders
- Knowledge of common mental health conditions (eg, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma)
- Ligature preventions
- Understanding children, young people, and adults in mental health-related and diverse settings
- Violent aggression management
- Caldicott protocols adherence
- Fire safety practices
- POVA-SOVA training compliance
- RIDDOR knowledge
- Infection control measures
- Moving and handling techniques
- Health and safety compliance
- Risk assessment skills
- Effective record-keeping principles
- First aid certification
- COSHH compliance knowledge
- Food hygiene standards awareness
Affiliations
- Creative & Expressive Hobbies Art & Crafting – drawing, painting, knitting, r collage can be therapeutic and help users express emotions. Music – listening to, playing instruments, or singing together can lift mood and create connection. Physical & Wellbeing Activities Walking/Hiking – promotes physical health, reduces stress, and provides a calm environment for conversations. Yoga/Mindfulness/Meditation – supports grounding, relaxation, and emotional regulation. Gardening – fosters responsibility, nurtures growth, and provides a calming outdoor activity. Social & Recreational Interests Board Games/Puzzles – promote problem-solving, teamwork, and fun. Cooking/Baking – develops life skills, boosts confidence, and allows shared enjoyment. Sports/Exercise – team sports, swimming, or gym activities encourage motivation and social interaction. Everyday & Accessible Hobbies Reading/Book Clubs – builds routine, improves focus, and sparks discussion. Film/TV Discussions – accessible for most, encourages sharing opinions and building connection. Photography – encourages creativity, mindfulness, and appreciation of surroundings.
Accomplishments
Medicine Management in Nursing, Cybersecurity Safety Trainings, Blood Sugar monitoring Training and Physical observation training (News)
Education
Current
References
References: Available on request
Certification
Drugs Calculation Snap Test (NHS)
Mental Health First Response (MHFA)
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Burns Management
Basic Life Support (BLS) in the Community
Wound Care
Safeguarding Certificate outcomes
Mandatory Training Year 2 (NHS)
PMVA
Moving and Handling
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification
Custom
Current- Work Reference On Request.
Personal Information
Timeline
CHILDREN IN CARE MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER
EVERY SECOND CARE
2024.10 - 2026.03
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Nursing
University of Salford
2024.01 -
Support Worker
Taso Services LTD
2014.08 - 2015.04
Bachelor of Science - MICROBIOLOGY (SLT)
EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY ADO EKITI
2013.09 - 2017.09
Support worker (Adult and Young people in care)
EMERGENCY PERSONNEL LTD
2013.02 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Studies (Business Admin)
UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS AKOKA
2008.09 - 2012.12
OND (Ordinary National Diploma certificate) - Business Studies (Business Admin)
LAGOS STATE POLYTECHNIC
1999.09 - 2001.09
WAEC (GCSCs EQUIVALENT) - HIGH SCHOOL
ISOLO HIGH SCHOOL
1992.09 - 1998.07