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Gail FEAY

Northwich,Cheshire

Summary

I have been a Support Worker working with adults with learning disabilities for over 5 years and I am a strong advocate for inspiring and supporting clients to be ambitious about their abilities and aspirations.

I have supported people to find roles in places such a local pub and charity shops and identified openings at local warehouses, community shops and cafes working with potential employers to ensure the placement is suitable for all parties.

I believe in encouraging independence and 'having a go' with support and positive risk management.

I firmly believe that everyone has something to offer and that being a part of a wider community in boosts self confidence and independence

I am friendly, hard working, flexible, enjoy problem solving and always open to learning new skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

VIVO Care Choices
Northwich, Cheshire
12.2021 - Current
  • Identify and support clients to access their chosen work opportunities to increase independence and encourage community inclusion.
  • Build positive relationships through listening, being friendly, honest and compassionate
  • Promote client independence and self autonomy using progression model training.
  • Follow care plans and corporate procedures plus maintain accurate records and report concerns through appropriate channels (IPlanit, LiquidLogic, Prime).
  • Report on client progress to senior staff and social work team addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
  • Devise and facilitate activities within Day Services such as gardening, upcycling, crafts, sewing, daily living skills etc
  • Support with personal care, eating and drinking, administer medication etc as appropriate

Support worker

Caring Alternatives
Northwich, Cheshire
12.2020 - 11.2021
  • Residential support including assisting with personal care, administering medication and general housekeeping
  • Create positive client relationships by listening, being compassionate and honest.
  • Assisting clients with community activities such as shopping, attending appointments, meals out, exercising etc
  • Followed care plans and company policies to meet wellbeing needs and ensure safety
  • Maintain records and report concerns to management

Support Worker

David Lewis Centre
Mobberley, Cheshire
11.2019 - 12.2020
  • Residential support for clients with sever epilepsy and / or other neurological conditions.
  • Follow care plans and company policies to provide appropriate and safe care including cooking meals for specialised diets, general housekeeping, assistance with personal care and support to access chosen activities
  • Maintain accurate and timely records, reporting concerns to management
  • Use communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with clients with complex needs

Crime Scene Investigator / Fingerprint Officer

Cheshire Police
Winsford, Cheshire
05.2001 - 09.2019
  • Examine crime scenes, using an extensive range of forensic techniques to maximise evidence collection and further analysis in order to fully assist with police investigations and future court proceedings
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records using a wide variety of police related IT systems.
  • Work collaboratively with a wide range of other professionals such as other CSIs, pathologists, forensic scientists, fire investigators
  • Prepared thorough, accurate case files to support investigations and facilitate arrests and attend and present evidence in court if required.
  • Complied with safety protocols at all times whilst processing potentially hazardous materials at crime scenes.
  • Managed a team of CSIs managing rotas and work loads, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive work environment

Crime Scene Investigator / Fingerprint Officer

Metropolitan Police Service
London
03.1990 - 05.2001
  • See Cheshire Police above
  • Plus completed all training courses including Scenes of Crime Officer Qualifying course, Fingerprint Expert Course, Introduction to Leadership
  • Worked directly with specialised departments such as Flying Squad and Anti Terrorism Teams to examine crime scenes and maximise evidential potential for crime such as armed robbery and bombings

Administrative Officer

Barclays Bank Financial Services
Cheshire and London
01.1984 - 03.1990

General administration work such as preparing tax returns, file management plus Human Resources work such a sickness monitoring, dealing with expenses, manpower planning and recruitment

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Crime Scene Examination

University of Durham
Durham
04.2004 - 05.2006

CMI Level 3 Diploma - First Line Management

Chartered Management Institute

Certificate of Higher Education - Crime Scene Management

National Police Improvement Authority (NPIA)
Durham

Certificate of Higher Education - Level 2 Crime Scene Investigation

NPIA

Certificate of Higher Education - Crime Scene Examination

NPIA
Durham
02.2004 - 04.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - Fingerprint Expert

Association of Chief Police Officers

Certificate of Higher Education - Forensic Scene Examination

Metropolitan Police
London
02.1994 - 03.1994

A-Levels - English Literature, History and Geography

Joint Matriculation Board
Macclesfield County High School

GCSE / O Levels - Maths, English, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry and Commerce

Joint Matriculation Board
Macclesfield County High School

Skills

  • Learning disabilities support
  • Strength-based practice using progression model
  • Client assessment capabilities using ROPES models etc
  • Resilience under pressure, flexible, adaptable and resourceful
  • Respect for diversity
  • Communication skills and able adapt to clients communication style
  • Interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate and work with wide range of people including employers, families, other professionals
  • Self motivated and hard working

Affiliations

  • I enjoy reading, sewing and having a go at a variety of arts and crafts. I enjoy going to the theatre, art galleries and museums. I love being outdoors, walking my dog and watching any type of sport especially football and ice hockey

Timeline

Support Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

VIVO Care Choices
12.2021 - Current

Support worker

Caring Alternatives
12.2020 - 11.2021

Support Worker

David Lewis Centre
11.2019 - 12.2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Crime Scene Examination

University of Durham
04.2004 - 05.2006

Certificate of Higher Education - Crime Scene Examination

NPIA
02.2004 - 04.2004

Crime Scene Investigator / Fingerprint Officer

Cheshire Police
05.2001 - 09.2019

Certificate of Higher Education - Forensic Scene Examination

Metropolitan Police
02.1994 - 03.1994

Crime Scene Investigator / Fingerprint Officer

Metropolitan Police Service
03.1990 - 05.2001

Administrative Officer

Barclays Bank Financial Services
01.1984 - 03.1990

CMI Level 3 Diploma - First Line Management

Chartered Management Institute

Certificate of Higher Education - Crime Scene Management

National Police Improvement Authority (NPIA)

Certificate of Higher Education - Level 2 Crime Scene Investigation

NPIA

Certificate of Higher Education - Fingerprint Expert

Association of Chief Police Officers

A-Levels - English Literature, History and Geography

Joint Matriculation Board

GCSE / O Levels - Maths, English, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry and Commerce

Joint Matriculation Board
Gail FEAY