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Gerard Sherlock

Gerard Sherlock

Swansea,powys

Summary

Caring and compassionate Domiciliary Carer with an ability for building strong relationships and creating comfortable environments for clients. Boosts client satisfaction through active listening and person centres care, ensuring daily needs are met with empathy and respect. Has highly relevant transferable skills in communication and empathy, paired with soft skills in patience and adaptability. Good team player and working independently. Adept at providing emotional and practical support, bringing a positive attitude, problem solving skills, respect and dignity, enhancing overall client well-being. Dedicated to making meaningful difference and encouraging personal choice and independence in the lives of all clients.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Professional Domiciliary Carer

Abacare
Ystradgynlais, Powys
04.2024 - Current
  • Full Enhanced DBS registered.
  • Providing personal grooming assistance such as bathing and dressing for enhanced self-esteem among clients.
  • Prompting medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing. Mar chart completion.
  • Improving client comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
  • Supporting personalised care plans which cater to individual needs and preferences of each client.
  • Providing exceptional care to elderly patients by assisting with daily tasks.
  • Encouraged social interaction for improved mental health amongst all clients.
  • Complete report writing following each visit with clients and complying with companies professional codes of practice related to safety and incidence reporting.
  • Administered medication as directed for patient safety and health.
  • Maintained a clean and healthy environment to promote patient well-being.

Carpenter and joiner

selfemployed
Dublin , dublin
06.1980 - 01.2024
  • Not allowed to work from March 27th 2020 until due to Covid19 lockdown. Continued working when lockdown ended in February 2022 (Ireland).
  • Professionally qualified Carpenter. Worked in all aspects of building development and maintenance.
  • Worked with a Specialist Occupational Therapist in the field of inclusion and diversity through design. Assisted in delivering training programs in housing design and major adpations. Also provided care and repair services for minor adaptations.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed.
  • Troubleshot complex machinery issues, ensuring smooth operation at all times.
  • Undertook groundskeeping duties, keeping outdoor spaces neat and inviting.
  • Followed planned preventative maintenance schedule strictly, minimising sudden faults or breakdowns.
  • Installed doors, windows, floorings effectively resulting in sturdy structures.
  • Managed wood supplies inventory prudently avoiding unnecessary wastage.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality carpentry and joinery services.
  • Decorated interiors attractively with custom-made wooden fixtures and fittings.
  • Collaborated with other tradesmen for holistic construction projects completion.
  • Provided cost estimates promptly to facilitate swift project commencement.
  • Conducted site inspections routinely for proactive problem detection and rectification.
  • Adapted quickly to new designs, ensuring versatility in work style.
  • Met strict deadlines consistently by prioritising tasks efficiently.
  • Performed quality checks diligently on finished products before delivery.
  • Interacted professionally with customers, enhancing the company's reputation significantly.
  • Interpreted technical drawings for accurate project execution.
  • Ensured safety at all times whilst using cutting-edge equipment and tools.
  • Followed blueprints accurately for precise results in constructions.
  • Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
  • Worked closely with construction manager to complete projects on time.
  • Cleared away debris and removed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Adhered to safety regulations for consistent compliance with UK requirements.
  • Interacted with wide range of customers whilst demonstrating strong interpersonal abilities.

Education

Diploma - Clinical Hypnotherapy

Zodiac Therapy Training School of Hypnotherapy
Gorseinon, City and County of Swansea
09.2009 - 08.2010

Diploma - Counselling - Suicide Skills

P.C.I College
Dublin Ireland
09.2006 - 08.2007

Certificate - Counselling - Advanced Counselling Skills

P.C.I College
Dublin
09.2005 - 07.2006

Certificate - Group Facilitation Skills

The Institute Parnell Square
Dublin

Diploma - Gong Master Training (Sound Healing)

Don Conreaux Gong Mastery
United Kingdom

Diploma - Carpentry and Joinery (with Apprenticeship)

Carpentry
Dublin

First Aid, Manual Handling and Mandatory Training

Abacare
Swansea
04.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Counselling

P.C.I. college (through Middlesex University)
Dublin
09.2007 - 09.2009

Skills

  • Emotional sensitivity
  • Multitasking capabilities
  • Therapeutic communication

Timeline

Professional Domiciliary Carer

Abacare
04.2024 - Current

First Aid, Manual Handling and Mandatory Training

Abacare
04.2024 - 05.2024

Diploma - Clinical Hypnotherapy

Zodiac Therapy Training School of Hypnotherapy
09.2009 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Science - Counselling

P.C.I. college (through Middlesex University)
09.2007 - 09.2009

Diploma - Counselling - Suicide Skills

P.C.I College
09.2006 - 08.2007

Certificate - Counselling - Advanced Counselling Skills

P.C.I College
09.2005 - 07.2006

Carpenter and joiner

selfemployed
06.1980 - 01.2024

Certificate - Group Facilitation Skills

The Institute Parnell Square

Diploma - Gong Master Training (Sound Healing)

Don Conreaux Gong Mastery

Diploma - Carpentry and Joinery (with Apprenticeship)

Carpentry

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