Karen Brennan
Lincoln,Lincolnshire
Summary
Diligent professional with a proactive approach and excellent communication skills. Adept at relationship-building ensuring effective collaboration in diverse environments. Strong leadership skills combined with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances. Known for a positive attitude and cultivating a welcoming working environment. Passionate about inclusion, equal opportunity and embracing diversity. Unafraid to learn from mistakes and committed to reflective practice, lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Manager
Home From Home Care
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
09.2023 - Current
- Aided in development of Home From Home Care's activity provision - going beyond traditional care model of 'Day Operations'.
- Manages small dedicated team.
- Delegates tasks and encourages colleague ownership of session facilitation.
- Monitors performance and attendance numbers, adjusting strategies as required.
- Plans and implements calendar of workshops and events for 90 individuals; both in-house and externally, liaising with external providers such as Lincoln City Council, Lincoln City Football Club, and private businesses such as Bounce Central and Lincoln Golf Centre.
- Collaborates with local organisations to plan events, developing strong community relationships.
- Plans and executes personal development sessions tailored to individual needs which can include but not limited to life skills, education, and social skills.
- Chairs monthly staff meetings and planning sessions.
- Experience and understanding of safeguarding policy, data protection, privacy and confidentiality of information regarding individuals and families, documenting discussions and compiling risk assessments.
- Experience in ordering COSHH and requesting maintenance and other services.
- Ensured health and safety compliance, cleaned and encouraged cleaning of work areas and equipment.
Personal Support Worker
Home From Home Care
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted with personal care, room care, laundry and food preparation.
- Understanding of care plans.
- Cultivated fun and friendly working environments.
- Improved engagement and wellbeing by promoting participation in hobbies and social interests.
- Actively promoted independence.
- Facilitated in-home and external activities that enrich lives and support wellbeing.
- Experienced shift lead.
- Medication administration.
- Experience of communicating with medical professionals including but not limited to GPs, consultants, occupational therapists and pharmacists.
- Understanding of learning disabilities, neurological conditions such as epilepsy, physical disabilities, sensory impairment, preferred methods of communication, complex behaviours and neurodiversity.
- Worked specifically in two residential homes: one with 13 males, one with 6 females, with complex medical needs and behaviours.
- Fostered positive relationships with individuals, promoting wellbeing.
- Answered questions from individuals, family members, and colleagues.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Experience with recording data and use of company app.
- Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.
- Developed and maintained good working relationships with individuals families.
Education
NVQ Level 2 Certificate - Special Educational Needs and Disability
TQUK
UK 09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Art History and Material Culture
De Montfort University
Lincoln, Lincolnshire 09.1998 - 05.2001
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Illustration
Doncaster Art College
Doncaster 09.1996 - 06.1998
Skills
- Relationship-building
- Cultural sensitivity
- Proactive and positive approach
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Leadership skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Ability to be flexible and adapt
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Home From Home Care
09.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Home From Home Care
05.2022 - 09.2023
NVQ Level 2 Certificate - Special Educational Needs and Disability
TQUK
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Art History and Material Culture
De Montfort University
09.1998 - 05.2001
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Illustration
Doncaster Art College
09.1996 - 06.1998
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