Asima Saima
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Senior Mental Health Practitioner and qualified Social Worker with extensive experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families across CAMHS, community mental health, and social care services. Skilled in risk assessment, crisis intervention, safeguarding, care coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, and supporting service users with complex emotional and psychological needs. A proactive and empathetic professional with strong communication skills and a person-centred approach to care. Committed to promoting emotional wellbeing, protecting client dignity, and achieving positive outcomes through collaborative and recovery-focused practice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Mental Health Practitioner – A2i Service
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Portsmouth
2024.06 - 2026.05
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for adults presenting with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.
- Provide short-term therapeutic interventions and crisis support within the Assessment to Intervention (A2i) service.
- Deliver recovery-focused, person-centred care plans tailored to individual needs and risks.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and social workers.
- Undertake safeguarding and risk assessments, ensuring timely escalation of concerns where necessary.
- Support service users through care pathways, signposting and referring to appropriate community and specialist services.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation in line with NHS and professional standards.
- Promote positive mental health outcomes through evidence-based interventions and collaborative working.
Relief Support Worker
The Salvation Army
Portsmouth
2020.02 - 2024.07
- Support vulnerable individuals and families while working independently within community settings.
- Complete structured needs and risk assessments to identify safeguarding concerns and develop safety plans.
- Assist clients with daily living activities and promote positive wellbeing and independence.
- Liaise with external agencies to coordinate effective support services.
- Provide emotional and practical support to traumatised individuals experiencing complex social and emotional difficulties.
Primary Mental Health Worker
Hampshire CAMHS
Fareham
2022.11 - 2024.06
- Provide emotional wellbeing support to children, young people, and families within CAMHS services.
- Offer guidance regarding referrals, interventions, and access to appropriate mental health services.
- Conduct assessments and provide timely interventions for young people experiencing emotional distress and crisis situations.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and external agencies to develop effective treatment and support plans.
- Maintain confidentiality and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with safeguarding and data protection policies.
- Deliver emotional support and practical guidance to service users and families during challenging circumstances.
- Monitor patient safety and escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately.
- Support clients in achieving personal, emotional, and treatment-related goals.
Social Worker
Hampshire County Council
Havant
2021.11 - 2022.10
- Managed complex caseloads and carried out assessments to identify individual care and support needs.
- Advocated for service users and safeguarded vulnerable individuals in line with statutory responsibilities.
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to coordinate holistic support plans.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate and confidential case records in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Promoted client wellbeing through effective case management, counselling, and advocacy.
Step-Up Supervisor
Ernest Jones
Gunwharf Quays
2017.05 - 2020.01
- Supervised customer service operations and supported team performance improvement.
- Analysed KPIs and service trends to identify opportunities for operational enhancement.
- Managed escalated customer concerns and ensured timely resolution.
- Delivered constructive feedback and supported staff development.
- Maintained professional communication with customers via telephone and email.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Social Work
University of Portsmouth
2018.09 - 2022.07
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Havant Sixth Form College
2016.09 - 2018.07
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Portsmouth Academy for Girls
2011.09 - 2016.08
Skills
- Complex trauma understanding
- Risk assessment and management
- Patient advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Clinical documentation
- Person-centred support
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
Timeline
Senior Mental Health Practitioner – A2i Service
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
2024.06 - 2026.05
Primary Mental Health Worker
Hampshire CAMHS
2022.11 - 2024.06
Social Worker
Hampshire County Council
2021.11 - 2022.10
Relief Support Worker
The Salvation Army
2020.02 - 2024.07
BSc (Hons) - Social Work
University of Portsmouth
2018.09 - 2022.07
Step-Up Supervisor
Ernest Jones
2017.05 - 2020.01
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Havant Sixth Form College
2016.09 - 2018.07
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Portsmouth Academy for Girls
2011.09 - 2016.08