Lisa Lee
Keyworker
Hastings,Early Help Hastings and St Leonards
Summary
I have been hardworking throughout the careers I've worked in. Skilled in planning and multitasking to meet a busy working environment, taking on board supervision meetings to direct my work further.
I've enjoyed planning events and activities tailored to meet the needs of the family. Making a fun learning environment I believe helps mental health and well-being of us all.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Family Keyworker
East Sussex County Council
Hastings, East Sussex
2003.07 - Current
- Supported service users in accessing community services and activities with in the community, fostering social connections and independence.
- Assessed living conditions to make recommendations for improvements.
- Referred service users to other available services within organisations in Hastings and St Leonard's.
- Managed caseloads, prioritising and addressing unique needs of each service user.
- Performed risk assessments and security checks with in the home to comply with health and safety.
- Requested training and development opportunities to build knowledge and abilities.
- Keeping up to date records on each client and their families needs.
- Providing weekly home visits to families.
- Working independently, or as part of a team.
- Working to the best interests of each person in my care.
- Able to offer a listening ear in a thoughtful and calm manner to individuals that are feeling stressed or upset.
Manager of a Nursery
Privately owned
St Leonard's on Sea, East Sussex
1995.04 - 2003.07
- Conducted risk assessments with in the setting.
- Applied expertise in team leadership to address workers concerns and motivating staff to achieve a happy work place environment.
- Planned and managed resources and budget to support daily activities with in the Nursery.
- Enhancing a team environment that encourages learning in a fun and thoughtful way.
- Resolving concerns in a calm and thoughtful manner.
- Introduced new opportunities for team building and communication, resulting in better team performance.
- Providing a safe and welcoming environment to families.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 4 in Keyworking with Troubled Families
Brighton University
Studied at Home but training days arranged 2018.01 - 2018.12
Level 3 in Counselling - Counselling
Bexhill Collage
East Sussex 2017.01 - 2017.12
NVQ Level 3 - Childcare and Special Educational Needs
Hastings Collage
1993.09 - 1994.07
Skills
- Team building - I believe I'm not only a good Team Player but also a confident leader when needed, having motivation to do a good job
- I have certificates in Makaton Signing, Baby Massage and have enjoyed learning these skills to go on and run groups
- I have taken all mandatory training provided by ESCC
Affiliations
- I love creative ideas and always have a project on the go.
- I have two dogs and love being outside walking.
- I have grandchildren and love planning days out to places of interest, or painting, making and board games.
- I love reading and always have a book on the go.
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 4 in Keyworking with Troubled Families
Brighton University
2018.01 - 2018.12
Level 3 in Counselling - Counselling
Bexhill Collage
2017.01 - 2017.12
Family Keyworker
East Sussex County Council
2003.07 - Current
Manager of a Nursery
Privately owned
1995.04 - 2003.07
NVQ Level 3 - Childcare and Special Educational Needs
Hastings Collage
1993.09 - 1994.07