Chelsea Woods
Westcliff On Sea ,Essex
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of substance misuse and treatment methods, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions. Skilled in active listening, communication, and motivational interviewing, with a strong background in crisis management and risk assessment. Adept at understanding mental health issues while maintaining confidentiality and ethical practice. Known for patience, resilience, teamwork, and collaboration. Proficient in record keeping and documentation, with a keen awareness of cultural sensitivity and diversity. Committed to problem-solving and continuous improvement in providing support to individuals facing challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Young Persons Recovery Transition Worker
Open Road
Thurrock , Essex
10.2024 - Current
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality care within available resources.
- Fostered trusting relationships with clients, promoting openness regarding addiction challenges.
- Referred clients to appropriate support services, ensuring a holistic approach to care.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration across services.
- Led educational workshops to raise awareness about substance abuse and its impact.
- Conducted comprehensive individual assessments to determine optimal treatment pathways.
- Advocated for healthy lifestyle choices among recovering individuals, contributing to sustained positive changes.
- Strengthened community engagement through regular outreach initiatives.
- Provided harm reduction guidance, promoting safer drug use practices among service users.
- Maintained meticulous and confidential records of clients progress, ensuring compliance with privacy standards.
Peer mentor
Open Road
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Shared personal recovery journey to inspire hope and motivate clients in their own recovery process.
- Offered emotional support and guidance to individuals navigating addiction challenges, utilising lived experience to foster trust and understanding.
- Acted as a role model for clients, demonstrating resilience and strength in overcoming addiction.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring, offering practical advice on coping strategies and maintaining long-term recovery.
- Facilitated group sessions to encourage peer support and create a safe space for sharing experiences.
- Helped clients set achievable recovery goals and provided ongoing encouragement and accountability.
- Promoted harm reduction techniques, helping clients manage substance use in safer ways when necessary.
- Worked collaboratively with professional staff to develop tailored care plans and ensure client needs were met.
- Assisted in educating clients on the effects of substance abuse and the benefits of a healthy, sober lifestyle.
- Contributed to the development of peer support networks within the service to enhance community connections.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to all ethical and legal guidelines in supporting clients.
TEFL teacher (Thailand)
GVI
Phang Nga, Thailand
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with fellow teachers for continuous curriculum development.
- Conducted regular assessments, ensuring understanding of material covered.
- Organised extra-curricular activities that promoted English language use outside the classroom setting.
- Created a positive learning atmosphere by maintaining high energy levels during lessons.
- Improved classroom management by enforcing clear and consistent rules.
- Implemented creative writing exercises to improve students' written English skills.
- Cultivated an engaging learning environment by implementing innovative teaching methods.
Assistant Manger
Fish On Quay
Maldon, Essex
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Handled stock control duties diligently preventing overstocking or shortages.
- Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce.
- Minimised inventory loss for improved profit margins.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to maximise productivity.
- Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
- Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
Study coordinator
Intertek GSK
, Essex
02.2017 - 10.2019
- Maintained meticulous records, enhancing accuracy and reliability of data.
- Handled sensitive information confidentially whilst respecting privacy laws and regulations.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies for timely approval of studies.
- Managed participant recruitment processes, boosting enrolment rates.
- Verified authenticity of trial data to prevent falsification or errors.
- Implemented quality control measures; improved accuracy in data recording.
- Alleviated protocol deviations with meticulous monitoring and reporting.
- Coordinated logistics to facilitate smooth functioning of clinical trials.
- Prepared progress reports to maintain transparency throughout the trial phase.
Education
Master of Science - Musculoskeletal Science (orthopaedics and biomedical engineering)
UCL
London 2014 - 2015
Bachelor of Science - Sports Science
Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2010 - 2013
Skills
Knowledge of Substance Misuse and Treatment Methods
Empathy and Compassion
Active Listening and Communication
Motivational Interviewing
Crisis Management and Risk Assessment
Understanding of Mental Health
Confidentiality and Ethical Practice
Patience and Resilience
Teamwork and Collaboration
Record Keeping and Documentation
Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity Awareness
Problem-Solving Skills
Certification
Mental Health First Aid and Work Advocacy
Timeline
Young Persons Recovery Transition Worker
Open Road
10.2024 - Current
Peer mentor
Open Road
05.2024 - 10.2024
TEFL teacher (Thailand)
GVI
01.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Manger
Fish On Quay
01.2020 - 01.2021
Study coordinator
Intertek GSK
02.2017 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Musculoskeletal Science (orthopaedics and biomedical engineering)
UCL
2014 - 2015
Bachelor of Science - Sports Science
Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge
2010 - 2013
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