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Bolanle Caroline Owolabi

Manchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in social work, specialising in advocacy for youths' rights and understanding trauma. Proficient in building trustful relationships and working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective therapeutic practices. Demonstrates a non-judgemental approach and strong multicultural sensitivity, ensuring tailored support for individuals with learning disabilities and addiction issues. Skilled in case management, community networking, and life-skills development, with a comprehensive knowledge of social work legislation. Committed to fostering community partnerships and enhancing patient relationships through assertiveness and empathy.

Resilient Support Worker with extensive experience supporting young people in care. Assesses personalised needs for children with behavioural issues, disabilities and learning difficulties and builds care programmes to meet them. Proactive and responsive to achieve individualised requirements in challenging situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support worker (Young people in care)

Precedo Healthcare Services (Agency)
Manchester, Greater Manchester
09.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged participation in community events, promoting social inclusion and personal development.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to provide holistic support to young people.
  • Facilitated group activities to boost social interaction and confidence-building amongst peers.
  • Followed strict safeguarding procedures for protection against potential harm or abuse.
  • Implemented behavioural management strategies, reducing instances of disruptive behaviour.
  • Liaised with families and social workers, ensuring everyone was informed about the child's development.
  • Provided healthy meals according to dietary requirements, contributing towards physical wellness.
  • Helped young people to understand their emotions through one-to-one counselling sessions.
  • Provided emotional support to young people in care, fostering a positive environment.
  • Ensured adherence to all regulatory standards whilst providing a nurturing setting for growth.
  • Delivered first aid when necessary as part of a commitment towards health and safety.
  • Offered guidance on educational options and career choices, supporting future planning efforts.
  • Advocated for the rights of young people in care during multi-agency meetings.
  • Conducted regular reviews of care plans for continual improvement and adaptation.
  • Promoted positive relationships amongst peers by encouraging respectful communication practices.
  • Devised tailored care plans, ensuring each young person's specific needs were met.
  • Organised recreational outings which contributed towards holistic development.
  • Managed any conflicts that arose among residents, maintaining harmony within the facility.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of interactions and progress, facilitating effective care planning.
  • Assisted in the development of independent living skills for overall well-being.
  • Attended to needs during challenging situations by offering advice and compassion.
  • Strengthened young people's ability to navigate risk and challenge.
  • Developed strong rapport with young people on a 1:1 and group basis.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments, maximising safety for detached work.
  • Encouraged service user engagement and participation.
  • Cultivated professional relationships with youth, staff and organisations to build rapport and promote well-being.
  • Organised activities for youth to exercise talents, display skills and increase potential.
  • Practised privacy and confidentiality to adhere to guidelines and protocols.
  • Identified and targeted anti-social behaviour using evidence-based interventions.
  • Maintained current understanding of developments in safeguarding, youth work, and professional social care.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality at all times, adhering to relevant company policy.
  • Encouraged social participation by accompanying users to social activities and community events.
  • Formulated and submitted development reports to the manager.
  • Promoted inclusion, maintaining positive links with a variety of community organisations.
  • Sought to consistently improve support provided by identifying and discussing new ideas.
  • Escalated concerns for investigation to maintain service user welfare and safety.
  • Rewarded acceptable and pro-conduct behaviour and helped youth gain self-control during difficult situations.
  • Built positive working relationships with colleagues, families and external organisations and professionals.
  • Led group support initiatives to increase service users' social skills and confidence.
  • Provided materials, resources and supplies to shape growth and development.
  • Promoted independence and positive well-being when working with vulnerable adults and children.
  • Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
  • Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
  • Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.
  • Responded proactively to changing circumstances for optimised service user care.
  • Provided mental health support to service users, as well as signposting community resources and local charities.
  • Monitored service user progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.
  • Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
  • Partnered with external support networks to deliver holistic client care.
  • Consulted with a multidisciplinary team of professionals to optimise treatment plans for complex cases.
  • Supervised small groups of adults with additional mental health needs in assigned therapy groups.
  • Coordinated with trained and licensed service providers to facilitate life skills workshops for vulnerable adults.
  • Developed and championed accessible, practical solutions for recurring problems faced by service users.
  • Supported integration of service users back into community life to maximise the successful transition rate.
  • Used assessment findings to action necessary care plan adaptations.
  • Prepared reports for legal action and provided evidence in court.
  • Liaised with families and caregivers to develop balanced rehabilitation programmes.
  • Oversaw multiple social work cases simultaneously, directing assessments, conducting interviews and recommending best courses of action.
  • Facilitated group activities to boost social interaction and confidence-building amongst peers.
  • Facilitated group activities to boost social interaction and confidence building amongst peers.

Healthcare support worker

Belong Healthcare
Manchester, Greater Manchester
06.2022 - Current
  • Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring well-being.
  • Improved patient comfort by assisting with daily personal hygiene tasks.
  • Attended mandatory training courses regularly to keep skills updated.
  • Attended mandatory training courses on regular basis to keep skills updated.
  • Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
  • Facilitated social activities for patients, boosting morale and wellbeing.
  • Assisted medical staff with routine clinical procedures, enhancing efficiency.
  • Documented patient observations accurately for healthcare team's reference.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Communicated sensitively with patients whilst respecting privacy and dignity at all times.
  • Enabled better understanding between healthcare team members by acting as a liaison between them.
  • Ensured timely delivery of meals and refreshments, maintaining hydration levels of patients.
  • Assisted in mobility exercises to enhance physical strength and recovery of patients.
  • Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
  • Helped elderly residents with basic living skills such as dressing and feeding themselves.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for all patients.
  • Supported the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Practised infection control standards to maintain patient health and safety.
  • Prepared meals according to individual dietary requirements, promoting good nutrition.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to distressed or lonely residents.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Supported patients through personal care tasks such as toileting, showering and feeding, maintaining sensitivity to needs and ensuring comfort, dignity and safety throughout.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of information regarding patients.
  • Provided hygiene care to patients, ensuring skin integrity and accurately observing, recording and reporting on changes to minimise damage.
  • Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
  • Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
  • Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
  • Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
  • Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
  • Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
  • Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
  • Observed and documented accurate recordings of patient observations including temperature, pulse blood pressure, oxygen saturation and respiratory rate, reporting significant findings to the team lead.
  • Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
  • Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
  • Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
  • Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
  • Organised activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.
  • Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
  • Maintained general tidiness and cleanliness of clinical areas through disinfecting workspaces, restocking equipment stores and [Action] to optimise efficiency.
  • Performed set tasks according to individual patient care plans as assessed and delegated by [Job title] to ensure provision of cohesive, tailored care.
  • Provided clinical and clerical support to the manager through patient management systems to enable effective and efficient delivery of patient care.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal hygiene, prioritising patient dignity, privacy and independence.
  • Maintained high levels of patient morale, providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on the latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
  • Prepared tasty and healthy meals to meet dietary requirements.
  • Collaborated with clients to clean house and prepare meals with person-centred care approach.

Support Worker

Covid, Old Peoples Home
Yaba Lagos, Nigeria
05.2020 - 02.2022
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
  • Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
  • Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
  • Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
  • Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
  • Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
  • Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals for [Number] clients, strictly following prescribed dietary orders.
  • Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Improved health outcomes by delivering consistent care in collaboration with nursing team.
  • Ensured consistent quality improvement by developing improved personal care services, optimising service user satisfaction.
  • Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.

Health Research Assistant

General Hospital
Broad Street, Lagos Island
02.2014 - 04.2020
  • Facilitated the successful completion of complex studies by diligently meeting deadlines.
  • Implemented strict adherence to ethical guidelines throughout the research process.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline research processes.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarising research findings to facilitate decision-making.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective task delegation and management.
  • Streamlined workflow with efficient time-management skills.
  • Managed lab inventory effectively, reduced unnecessary expenditure on supplies.
  • Exhibited exceptional problem-solving skills during unexpected research setbacks.
  • Conducted comprehensive literature reviews for project groundwork.
  • Expedited research progress using advanced statistical software for data analysis.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment by effectively communicating with team members.
  • Improved research efficiency by meticulously organising data and files.
  • Translated technical jargon into layman's terms for public presentations.
  • Assisted in grant applications, secured funding for critical projects.
  • Presented key findings at national conferences to promote knowledge sharing.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through continual professional development.
  • Documented all procedures meticulously to ensure repeatability of experiments.
  • Coordinated participant recruitment efforts, enhanced study sample size.
  • Assessed validity of information sources, and guaranteed reliable data collection.
  • Bolstered study credibility, ensured data accuracy through rigorous checks.
  • Applied research to develop new operational methods and industry-specific applications.
  • Wrote scholarly articles, papers and books related to the field of expertise.
  • Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
  • Directed high-level research by collaborating with postgraduate students and colleagues.
  • Supervised work undertaken on key projects related to students' advanced degrees.

Education

Msc Hons - International Business Management

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff
01.2022 - 07.2023

Higher National Diploma - Accounting

Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State
Nigeria
08.2010 - 06.2012

National Diploma - Accounting

Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State
Nigeria
01.2004 - 12.2006

Skills

  • Multicultural sensitivity and awareness
  • Advocacy for youths' rights
  • Understanding of trauma
  • Working with multidisciplinary teams
  • Therapeutic practices
  • Sensitivity and understanding
  • Boundaries setting
  • Understanding individual needs
  • Social work legislation familiarity
  • Domestic care
  • Behavioural management techniques
  • Social services knowledge
  • Technology competency
  • Building trustful relationships
  • Building trust with youth
  • Basic counselling techniques
  • Therapeutic practice understanding
  • Medical appointment coordination
  • Experience with learning disabilities
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation
  • Non-Judgemental approach
  • Behaviour modification strategies
  • Community networking
  • Addiction awareness and support
  • Patient relationship building
  • Case Management
  • Assertiveness
  • Community partnership building
  • Life-skills development

Timeline

Support worker (Young people in care)

Precedo Healthcare Services (Agency)
09.2024 - Current

Healthcare support worker

Belong Healthcare
06.2022 - Current

Msc Hons - International Business Management

Cardiff Metropolitan University
01.2022 - 07.2023

Support Worker

Covid, Old Peoples Home
05.2020 - 02.2022

Health Research Assistant

General Hospital
02.2014 - 04.2020

Higher National Diploma - Accounting

Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State
08.2010 - 06.2012

National Diploma - Accounting

Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State
01.2004 - 12.2006
Bolanle Caroline Owolabi