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Dyonne Paxton

Monifieth,Angus

Summary

I am a skilled support practitioner with over 10 years experience within the private care sector have a SCQF Level 6 qualification I am fully registered with the Sssc and I have a Pvg . I successfully advocate on behalf of everyone I support to ensure inclusivity and I am eager to continue following a passion for person centred care. I have worked with a wide variety of ages from children to elderly, my experience includes supporting many different complex needs from Trauma, Mental Health Illness , Personality Disorders,Ptsd and Self harm.

I have moving and handling training along with first aid training.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Support practitioner

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland
Dundee
2022.02 - Current
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment plan.
  • Upheld highest standards of cleanliness, promoting a healthy living space.
  • Facilitated group activities for stimulating mental and social engagement.
  • Supported daily living activities, enhancing independence among clients.
  • Updating support plans and ensuring daily notes are being done.
  • Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement.
  • Helped service users to gain the ability to function independently in society.
  • Counselled clients through difficult times using approved and compassionate strategies.
  • Supported clients with rehabilitation and socialisation in community settings.
  • Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
  • Listened to clients' current struggles to signpost relevant support.
  • Making sure they are attending appointments and meetings with care professionals.
  • Planning and organising day trips or holidays to ensure a good quality of life and experience new opportunities.
  • Attending care review meetings and ensuring the individual's voice and needs are being met.

Support worker

Capability Scotland
Dundee, Dundee City
2021.08 - 2022.02
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.

Support worker (Young people in care)

Angus Council
Arbroath, Angus
2021.05 - 2021.09

Although this was a bank position I was able to gain skills that were beneficial for future positions I obtained.

  • Promoted positive relationships amongst peers by encouraging respectful communication practices.
  • Followed strict safeguarding procedures for protection against potential harm or abuse.
  • Provided emotional support to young people in care, fostering a positive environment.
  • Provided healthy meals according to dietary requirements, contributing towards physical wellness.
  • Helped young people to understand their emotions.
  • Implemented behavioural management strategies, reducing instances of disruptive behaviour.
  • Making sure sharp objects were locked away to maintain a safe working environment.

Education

Richmond Fellowship Scotland

Skills

  • Good time keeping skills
  • Making sure people feel safe and understood
  • Good communication skills
  • Good team player
  • Good problem solver in stressful situations
  • Good listener and able to support work collegues and people I support
  • I am very good at making someone feel at ease and involved in the relevant situation
  • Very good at providing person centred care and making sure the young people

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Support practitioner

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland
2022.02 - Current

Support worker

Capability Scotland
2021.08 - 2022.02

Support worker (Young people in care)

Angus Council
2021.05 - 2021.09

Richmond Fellowship Scotland
Dyonne Paxton