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Chemsford
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate professional committed to providing the highest quality care to individuals facing various challenges. I possess strong interpersonal skills, allowing to connect with clients on a personal level and create a nurturing and trusting environment. This involves assisting with daily tasks, emotional support, and promoting independence while always prioritising the dignity and well-being. I am adaptable and resourceful, able to address diverse needs and collaborate actively with healthcare professionals and families. Above all, I approach work with a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others, striving to enhance their quality of life and overall sense of well-being. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Children Support Worker
Columbus School And Collage
03.2023 - Current
- Facilitated small group activities and learning centers to reinforce skills and promote social interaction among students with SEN.
- Supported students with personal care tasks, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance as required.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Provided one-to-one and small group support to students with special educational needs, including those with autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
- Assisted classroom teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior management strategies to support students' learning and development.
- Adapted curriculum materials and resources to meet the diverse learning needs of SEN students, including modifying assignments, providing alternative assessment methods, and utilizing assistive technology.
- Supported students with personal care tasks, mobility assistance, and social skills development to promote independence and inclusion in the classroom and school community.
Waking Night Support Worker
Nurse Pluse Agency
06.2023 - Current
- Provide overnight support and supervision to children residing in the residential home, ensuring their safety, well-being, and security throughout the night.
- Conduct regular checks on children's bedrooms and common areas to ensure a safe and secure environment.
- Respond promptly to any emergencies, including illness, injury, or disruptive behavior, and take appropriate action to address the situation.
- Assist children with personal care tasks, such as toileting, bathing, and dressing, as needed, while respecting their privacy and dignity.
- Provide emotional support and reassurance to children who may be experiencing nighttime concerns, such as anxiety or nightmares.
- Maintain accurate records of nightly activities, incidents, and interventions, and communicate relevant information to daytime staff members and management.
- Collaborate with other members of the care team, including social workers, therapists, and healthcare professionals, to ensure holistic support for the children.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in child care, safeguarding, and behavioral management.
Support Worker
Kingsley Healthcare
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Kept clients engaged in social activities and communities for personal health and growth.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening appropriately to the physical, emotional. and developmental needs to residents with ,ADHD,ASD, DCD,SEMH.
- • Performed direct resident care aimed at increasing comfort, and psychological, social, wellbeing by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, and safety. Assisted patients with oral hygiene. grooming. and feeding.
- • Helped patients move in and out of beds to wheelchairs,
- • Helped clients with food preparation and maintaining a healthy diet Accompanied clients on shopping
- • Performed daily household tasks such as bringing in shopping or helping with cleaning washing,
- • Performed direct resident care aimed at increasing comfort, and psychological, social, wellbeing by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, and safety. Assisted patients with oral hygiene. grooming. and feeding.
- • Transported patients to other areas of the home in wheelchairs
- • Helped patients move in and out of beds, and wheelchairs
- • Helped clients with food preparation and maintaining a healthy diet Accompanied clients on shopping ,trips and days out and provided full support during all activities.
- • Performed daily household tasks such as bringing in shopping or helping with an activitv.
- • Provided essential emotional support, comtort, and companionship
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Mental Health Support Worker
WKM Healthcare
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes with accurate documentation of mental health symptoms and progress.
- Increased patient engagement in treatment by establishing rapport and building trust with clients.
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by monitoring behaviors and implementing safety protocols when necessary.
- Assisted psychiatrists and therapists in gathering data for assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics by maintaining open communication with colleagues about shared caseloads.
- Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
Carer/support Worker
BMH Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.
Education
Master of Arts - leadership and management
Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, ESS01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Adult And Community Education
Rivers State University
Nigeria 01.2017
Skills
- Crisis management
- Manual handling
- Administering medications
- Conflict resolution
- Effective Communication
- Social service knowledge
- Self motivation
- Safeguarding
- Safety and sanitation
- Emotional Support
- Daily Living Support
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Meal Preparation
- First aid and CPR
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Behavioral support
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Personal care assistance
- Medication administration
- Health and safety awareness
- Housekeeping tasks
Accomplishments
- Level 2 First Aid, ProTrainingslevel 2 food hygienelevel 2 food allergiesmanual handlingmedication administration
Timeline
Waking Night Support Worker
Nurse Pluse Agency
06.2023 - Current
Children Support Worker
Columbus School And Collage
03.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Kingsley Healthcare
03.2023 - 10.2023
Mental Health Support Worker
WKM Healthcare
12.2022 - 03.2023
Carer/support Worker
BMH Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2022
Master of Arts - leadership and management
Anglia Ruskin University
Bachelor of Science - Adult And Community Education
Rivers State University
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