BISI OLAONIPEKUN
Greater London,United Kingdom
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker with a passion for building positive relationships and creating a supportive environment for young people and vulnerable adults. Skilled in case management, trauma-informed and providing bespoke support, resulting in improved client well-being and increased independence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER
Peabody
London
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in finding suitable accommodation for homeless individuals, contributing to rehousing success rates.
- Identified risk factors in living environments; implemented preventative measures promptly.
- Provided emotional support to residents, promoting a sense of community and security.
- Managed emergency situations promptly whilst adhering to policies and procedures.
- Conducted initial assessments on incoming clients, aiding in appropriate service provision.
- Developed personalised care plans to meet individual client needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, ensuring continuity of care.
SUPPORT WORKER
REED Recruitment
, UK
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered essential housing management support as an agency worker, assisting with tenancy sustainment, and welfare benefits guidance to ensure residents settles comfortably in stable accommodation.
- Facilitated property management tasks, including conducting void checks, reporting maintenance issues, and preparing units for new lettings to maintain a high standard of living conditions.
- Managed tenant interactions professionally, handling queries, complaints, and emergency situations while ensuring effective communication between residents and the housing team.
- Coordinated with contractors and housing staff, overseeing visitor access, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and contributing to a well-organized and responsive housing service.
SUPPORT WORKER
BENIGNITY SUPPORT SERVICES
London, UK
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Support young residents in living independently and achieving their personal goals.
- Work closely with team members to strengthen the social skills of young people through training and guidance.
- Providing guidance and encouragement for young people to achieve housing, employability and social goals.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
- Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
- Monitored individuals' progress as key worker, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
PROGRAMS AND EVALUATION OFFICER
NIBUCAA
Lagos
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Coordinated periodic training of Adolescents and Young Persons as Peer Educators on HIV Prevention and Safe sex practice.
- Executed periodic counselling and testing for HIV status checks, monitoring treatment and enrolment of HIV-infected clients to support groups.
- Evaluated programme outcomes against predefined objectives, providing insights for future planning.
- Collaborated with senior stakeholders and external partners, influencing direction in complex environments.
- Researched and identified potential donors and pitched project proposals to facilitate donations and sponsorships.
PROGRAMS OFFICER
WOCON
Lagos
05.2017 - 08.2022
- Led grant making, fundraising to local and international funders through development of proposals.
- Mentored program assistants, volunteers and interns to improve program management and provided key leadership to project assistants, and other program team members.
- Liaised with project, account, and Monitoring and Evaluation team to facilitate communication, keep appropriate parties updated on project developments and keep projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Engaged with stakeholders across all levels to gain their buy-in and build lasting relationships that will foster project success, impact, and sustainability.
- Led coordination and strategy for existing projects that was certified successful by national and international evaluators.
Education
Master of Science - International Development Management
UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
09.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
CRESCENT UNIVERSITY
08.2019 - 11.2021
Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication
M. A. POLYTECHNIC
01.2011 - 11.2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Empathy
- Risk Assessment
- Trauma-informed care
- Fire safety training
- Housing benefits awareness
- Administrative support
- Caseload management
- Housing benefits
- Diversity awareness
- Move on plans
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Health and Safety Compliance
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER
Peabody
05.2025 - Current
SUPPORT WORKER
REED Recruitment
11.2024 - 04.2025
SUPPORT WORKER
BENIGNITY SUPPORT SERVICES
10.2023 - 10.2024
Master of Science - International Development Management
UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
09.2023 - 09.2024
PROGRAMS AND EVALUATION OFFICER
NIBUCAA
10.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
CRESCENT UNIVERSITY
08.2019 - 11.2021
PROGRAMS OFFICER
WOCON
05.2017 - 08.2022
Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication
M. A. POLYTECHNIC
01.2011 - 11.2016
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