Jameel Asgher
London
Summary
Empathetic individual with strong background in counselling and community engagement seeks to contribute to mental health outreach. Proven abilities in active listening and crisis intervention, coupled with strong communication skills. Aim to foster supportive environment that promotes mental well-being and community resilience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Community Support Worker
EMHIP - (Ethnicity Mental Health Improvement Plan)
2025.10 - 2026.01
- Supported individuals in crisis situations, ensuring safety and stability at all times.
- Advocated for policies supporting mental health within local government structures, bringing about greater public awareness and support for related initiatives.
- Reduced stigma associated with mental health through the delivery of educational talks in community settings.
- Provided crisis intervention in high-stress scenarios, helping maintain safety and stability.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare providers for better communication and understanding.
- Led workshops on self-empowerment techniques, encouraging clients' independence and resilience.
- Facilitated support groups, promoting a sense of community amongst participants.
Mental Health Law Legal Clerk
GT Solicitors
2025.03 - 2025.10
- Worked with mental health professionals for coordinated care and optimal client outcomes.
- Assisted counsel in preparing witnesses for deposition, ensuring thorough readiness .
- Drafted complex legal documents for successful court proceedings.
- Filed vital legal documentation within strict deadlines .
- Clarified complex legal jargon for better client understanding .
Medical Secretary
Bupa
2024.12 - 2025.03
- Oversaw the end-to-end admissions process, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Communicated with patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding admissions and services.
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with data protection regulations.
- Provided training to new staff on admissions processes, systems, and compliance standards.
- Delivered excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and services.
Older Adult Mental Health Support Worker
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2023.01 - 2024.12
- Communicate empathetically with older adults, their families, and caregivers about conditions like dementia, depression, and anxiety.
- Provide administrative support for the clinical team, preparing sensitive documents and reports related to older adults' mental health care.
- Coordinate with external health providers, care homes, and local authorities, ensuring knowledge of services relevant to older adults' mental health.
- Liaised effectively with healthcare professionals, contributing to integrated services.
- Developed personalized care plans, resulting in unique patient support.
- Built trustful rapport with clients through consistent reliability and patience.
- Conducted regular welfare checks on patients to ensure safety.
A&E Mental Health Triage Support
Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2023.01 - 2024.12
- Update and maintain accurate patient records, ensuring confidentiality.
- Act as the central contact between A&E, psychiatric liaison, and other departments.
- Assist with organizing assessments and interventions for mental health crises.
- Track mental health presentations and outcomes in A&E.
- Coordinate patient referrals and follow-ups with external services.
- Prepare and distribute essential clinical documents.
- Manage crisis calls and provide relevant information.
AAFs CAMHS Senior Admin
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2022.09 - 2023.02
- Receive, screen, and ensure all referrals are complete with necessary documentation.
- Act as the main contact between referrers, CAMHS teams, clinicians, and families to coordinate care.
- Enter referrals into electronic systems, maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality.
- Organize and attend referral triage meetings (MDT), maintain minutes, and follow up on actions.
- Arrange assessments and appointments, ensuring clients are informed and schedules are managed.
- Oversee daily operations, manage budgets, resources, and ensure compliance with guidelines.
Teacher assistant SEN
Paddock School
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Provide one-on-one or group assistance to SEN students to help them engage with lessons and meet their learning needs.
- Assist in implementing and tracking progress on personalized learning plans (IEPs) for each student.
- Help manage the classroom, prepare materials, and support students with behavioral challenges using positive strategies.
- Support students with physical disabilities in tasks such as mobility or feeding, and adapt resources to suit individual needs.
- Promote social interaction and participation in group activities to enhance communication and social development.
Events Assistant
Paralympics Games
2019.06 - 2019.07
- Assist in organizing Paralympic ceremonies, competitions, and special events, ensuring smooth execution.
- Help arrange transportation, venue setup, and accessibility features for Paralympic athletes and attendees.
- Ensure all Paralympic venues and services are fully accessible, addressing the specific needs of athletes and spectators with disabilities.
- Act as a point of contact for event staff, volunteers, and Paralympic athletes, ensuring effective communication and information flow.
Education
Bsc Hons - Education and Sociology
UCl and Roehampton University
A-Levels - Psychology, Sociology and Health & Social Care
Ernest Bevin College Sixth Form
GCSEs - Mathematics, English and Science
Ernest Bevin College
2011.01 - 2015.01
NHS Programme - undefined
St Peters
2022.04 - 2022.05
Skills
- Counselling proficiency
- Mental health crisis intervention
- Community services referrals
- Case load management
- Organising and planning
- Community engagement practices
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
- Group therapy co-ordination
- Mental health advocacy
Projects
Butterfly Dementia Cafe - a supportive, dementia‑friendly space designed for inpatients, outpatients, carers, and families to relax, connect, and participate in meaningful activities, which provides a warm, welcoming sanctuary for people living with dementia and their carers, this café promotes emotional wellbeing, social engagement, and a sense of community
Reference
References available upon request
Timeline
Community Support Worker
EMHIP - (Ethnicity Mental Health Improvement Plan)
2025.10 - 2026.01
Mental Health Law Legal Clerk
GT Solicitors
2025.03 - 2025.10
Medical Secretary
Bupa
2024.12 - 2025.03
Older Adult Mental Health Support Worker
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2023.01 - 2024.12
A&E Mental Health Triage Support
Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2023.01 - 2024.12
AAFs CAMHS Senior Admin
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
2022.09 - 2023.02
NHS Programme - undefined
St Peters
2022.04 - 2022.05
Teacher assistant SEN
Paddock School
2021.06 - 2021.08
Events Assistant
Paralympics Games
2019.06 - 2019.07
GCSEs - Mathematics, English and Science
Ernest Bevin College
2011.01 - 2015.01
A-Levels - Psychology, Sociology and Health & Social Care
Ernest Bevin College Sixth Form
Bsc Hons - Education and Sociology
UCl and Roehampton University