Christina Kiff
PORTH,Ms
Summary
Special Guardianship holder from November 2011 to July 2024. Extensive training both after requesting via RCT (foster carers training calendar) and independently via agencies such as Therapeutic Parenting (also attending conferences with Sarah Naish and Sarah Dillon), Behaviour Support Hub, Domestic Abuse Services, Camhs, Educational Psychologists. Attune with Bessel Van Der Volk and Dan Siegel.
Professional with a strong foundation in criminal justice and extensive training in conflict management and case management. Demonstrates exceptional client advocacy and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to support individuals in complex situations. Committed to applying emotional intelligence and effective communication to achieve positive outcomes in settings.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Volunteer youth justice services
Bridgend County Borough Council
Bridgend, County Borough of Bridgend
2025.04 - Current
- Completed training.
- Facilitated mediation processes to assist in achieving amicable resolutions.
- Supported implementation and completion of two Phoenix projects with young offenders at South Wales Fire and Rescue.
- Contributed as a member of the referral order team panel.
- Attended additional training in trauma.
Parc Supporting Families Advisor
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
Bridgend, County Borough of Bridgend
2021.02 - 2023.05
- Facilitated development of feedback system to support ongoing service improvements.
- Assisted in building client confidence to engage with complex family circumstances.
- Contributed to creating safe and effective plans customised for individual family needs.
- Collaborated with team members to promote supportive work environment.
Offender Supervisor
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
Bridgend, County Borough of Bridgend
2015.05 - 2021.02
- Conducted risk assessments to facilitate safe community reentry.
- Referred clients to supportive resources such as substance abuse treatment programs, enhancing their recovery journey.
- Offered crisis intervention services during emergencies or stressful situations.
- Produces progress reports, providing updates on offender's status and behaviour change.
- Provided emotional support to families of offenders, fostering more supportive environment for reform.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support services.
- Enhanced client rehabilitation by implementing individualised treatment plans.
- Managed caseloads for improved probationer tracking and accountability.
- Developed tailored behavioural modification plans to address offending patterns.
- Prepared court reports, aiding in fair sentencing decisions.
- Maintained detailed case notes, enhancing data tracking efficiency.
- Maintained organised offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
Sex Offender Treatment Therapist
HMP & YOU Parc Prison
Bridgend, County Borough of Bridgend
2005.01 - 2015.05
- Assisted in achieving therapeutic outcomes in a timely manner.
- Contributed to development of customised treatment plans to encourage positive behaviour changes.
- Supported clients by establishing trusting therapeutic relationships.
- Completed tasks under tight deadlines successfully.
- Exhibited respect and friendliness while providing support as needed.
- Delivered efficient user service and managed challenging situations with confidence.
- Fulfilled duties to meet targets effectively and accurately.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and energy in a fast-paced environment.
- Utilised Microsoft Word and various software tools to produce documents and facilitate clear communication.
- Engaged in critical analysis to evaluate problems, assess solutions, and make informed decisions.
Prison officer
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
Bridgend, County Borough of Bridgend
2004.07 - 2005.01
- Assisted in developing inmate educational programmes for behaviour improvement.
- Participated in rehabilitation activities supporting reintegration into society.
- Organised daily routines ensuring smooth operations.
- Reported suspicious behaviour to superiors promptly for threat mitigation.
- Supported inmates with personal issues to enhance emotional well-being.
- Managed conflicts between inmates to maintain harmony.
- Addressed disturbances while following strict safety regulations.
- Handled difficult situations calmly to ensure minimal disruption.
- Responded to emergencies by following established protocols.
- Conducted administrative tasks efficiently for streamlined record keeping.
- Trained as hostage negotiator and negotiator at heights.
Student Paediatrics Nurse
East Glamorgan General Hospital
Church Village, Mid Glamorgan
1989.08 - 1991.06
- Supported maintenance of privacy and confidentiality while handling sensitive medical information.
- Assisted in building strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues and patients.
- Provided essential patient care through medication administration and routine checks.
- Helped with wound dressings to aid in the healing process.
- Assisted in managing ward supplies for effective healthcare delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to aid in reducing hospital-acquired infections.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and patients' families.
- Supported patient recovery through monitoring and evaluation of conditions.
- Recorded patient observations to ensure accurate reporting of conditions.
Education
Accredited Sex Offender Treatment Therapist - Rehabilitation of Sex Offenders
Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service
United Kingdom 2025.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Glamorgan
Pontypridd 2000.09 - 2003.06
A-Levels - Psychology
Coleg y Cymoedd
Llwynypia, Rhondda Cynon Taf 1999.09 - 2000.06
A-Levels - Sociology
Coleg y Cymoedd
Llwynypia, Rhondda Cynon Taf 1999.09 - 2000.06
NVQ Level 3 - Childhood studies
Agency for Caring Environments
Cardiff 1987.09 - 1989.06
Skills
- Case management
- Conflict management and resolution
- Client advocacy
- Professional integrity
- Verbal and written communication
- Procedural rules familiarity
- Negotiation skills
- Time management
- Emotional intelligence
- Adaptability
- Decision making
- Stress tolerance
- Effective communication
- Time management
Affiliations
- Hiking, challenging myself to climb Mount Toubkal and will start training for environment and air quality.
- Baking
- Personal growth
- Rock Choir
- 11/05/26 - Commence Youth and community work course
Timeline
Volunteer youth justice services
Bridgend County Borough Council
2025.04 - Current
Accredited Sex Offender Treatment Therapist - Rehabilitation of Sex Offenders
Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service
2025.01 - 2025.01
Parc Supporting Families Advisor
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
2021.02 - 2023.05
Offender Supervisor
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
2015.05 - 2021.02
Sex Offender Treatment Therapist
HMP & YOU Parc Prison
2005.01 - 2015.05
Prison officer
HMP & YOI Parc Prison
2004.07 - 2005.01
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of Glamorgan
2000.09 - 2003.06
A-Levels - Psychology
Coleg y Cymoedd
1999.09 - 2000.06
A-Levels - Sociology
Coleg y Cymoedd
1999.09 - 2000.06
Student Paediatrics Nurse
East Glamorgan General Hospital
1989.08 - 1991.06
NVQ Level 3 - Childhood studies
Agency for Caring Environments
1987.09 - 1989.06