Leanne Carlin
Belfast,United Kingdom
Summary
Collaborative individual with a positive attitude and strong support skills, knowledgeable in child development and classroom management. Committed to fostering student growth and maintaining a supportive learning environment. Ready to leverage communication and teamwork skills to contribute to academic success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Mental health support worker
Ardmonagh Family & Community Forum
Belfast, Antrim
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Conducted daily phone outreach and social support services to residents in both local and extended community.
- Provided daily living assistance to promote independent behaviour.
- Participated in ongoing training courses to remain current with mental health practices.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted service users by providing emotional and practical support.
- Upheld strict confidentiality protocols ensuring respect for patient privacy.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions leading to enhanced community integration.
- Assisted service users to obtain and access community resources.
- Inputted patient information and records on database to maintain accurate documentation.
- Performed crisis interventions during emergency cases.
Care assistant
Louisville Private Nursing Home
Belfast, Antrim
11.2014 - 05.2016
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately.
- Organised recreational activities for improved social interaction amongst residents.
- Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Used manual handling techniques.
- Accompanied clients to important appointments.
Librarian
Belfast Education and Library Board
Belfast, Antrim
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Managed the acquisition of new books, diversifying the library's collection.
- Implemented storytelling sessions, fostering love for books among young visitors.
- Handled inter-library loans effectively for smooth borrowing experience.
- Prepared and delivered training sessions, helping community members to significantly improve literacy skills.
Education
BSc Hons in Psychological Trauma - Psychology
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast 09.2023 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Community youth work
Springboard Opportunities
Belfast 09.2008 - 06.2009
Certificate of Higher Education - Telematics & Management studies
Jordanstown University
Belfast 09.2007 - 06.2008
GNVQ - Social & Environmental Studies
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
Belfast 09.2003 - 10.2003
GCSEs - English
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
Belfast 06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - French
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
Belfast 06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - Religion
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
Belfast 06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - English Literature
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
Belfast 06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - Art & Design
St. Genevieves Secondary School
Belfast 06.2002 - 06.2002
Skills
- Mental health advocacy
- Nonverbal communication in Makaton
- Youth work experience
- Child protection protocols
- Risk assessment procedures
- Familiarity with the DSM 5-TR
- Patient confidentiality
- CPR certified
- Microsoft Word proficient
- Suicide Prevention training
Affiliations
- In my spare time I enjoy teaching my children to play the Guitar. I also have a creative flair for Crafts and Crochet. I attend the Gym to maintain my Health & Well-being.
Accomplishments
I boast an impressive portfolio to support my academic and voluntary achievements to date.
Certification
I hold a full UK Driving Licence
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
BSc Hons in Psychological Trauma - Psychology
Queen's University Belfast
09.2023 -
Mental health support worker
Ardmonagh Family & Community Forum
02.2017 - 03.2022
Care assistant
Louisville Private Nursing Home
11.2014 - 05.2016
Librarian
Belfast Education and Library Board
02.2009 - 09.2011
Certificate of Higher Education - Community youth work
Springboard Opportunities
09.2008 - 06.2009
Certificate of Higher Education - Telematics & Management studies
Jordanstown University
09.2007 - 06.2008
GNVQ - Social & Environmental Studies
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
09.2003 - 10.2003
GCSEs - English
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - French
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - Religion
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - English Literature
St. Genevieve's Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2002
GCSEs - Art & Design
St. Genevieves Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2002
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