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Michael Morgan

Kirkcaldy,Fife

Summary

I am currently working as a Trainee with the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) and undertaking a placement with DAPL, and I am approximately 70% through my SVQ qualification in health and social care. During this time I have completed a wide range of training which I feel directly benefits this role, including: Naloxone Training (including being trained to train others), Refugee Training, Building Self-Esteem in Recovery, Boundaries Training, Adult Support and Protection, Legislation relevant to the care sector, Anti-Discriminatory Practice, Managing Challenging Behaviour, Human Development Theories, Trauma and Substance Use, Online Understanding Stigma: Promoting Inclusive Attitudes and Practice, ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training), Cocaine & other Psychostimulants: How Are Your Sites?, Overdose Prevention, Intervention and Naloxone, Hepatitis C and New Treatments, Contraception Information for People Who Use Drugs, What’s Happening on the Streets with Benzos?, Hepatitis B in Scotland, Motivational Interviewing in Brief Conversations, HIV: Preventable and Treatable, Bacterial Infections and Drug Use, LGBTQI+ Substance Use – An Introduction, Drug Awareness e-learning, Online Alcohol Awareness, Online Drug Awareness, and Bacterial Infections and Drug Use. Many of these courses are offered by SDF, which demonstrates a recognised standard of training in substance‐use, harm reduction and inclusive practice. Through my placement at DAPL I have been applying this training in real-life settings supporting individuals. I am especially drawn to working with people in temporary accommodation who are experiencing multiple challenges simultaneously, as I have a genuine and burning desire to help others, and I believe that the training and placement I have undertaken have provided me with the essential knowledge, skills and caring attitude to thrive in this role delivering compassionate, person-centred care and support.

I am deeply motivated to apply for the Housing Support Worker role because I believe strongly in the power of safe, stable accommodation as a foundation for positive life change. Having worked as a Trainee with the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) and currently placed at DAPL, I have seen first‐hand how people facing homelessness, substance use and other challenges can be helped to rebuild their lives when they are supported with dignity, respect and a person-centred approach. My training spanning areas such as trauma and substance use, building self-esteem in recovery, boundaries, anti-discriminatory practice and overdose prevention means I am well prepared to engage with individuals in temporary accommodation who are navigating complex needs. I am especially drawn to supporting people in temporary accommodation because it combines the practical aspects of tenancy support and housing stability with the human side of care and recovery, and I welcome the opportunity to bring my caring attitude, resilience and commitment into a role that can make a real difference to people’s lives.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

National Trainee SDF

Scottish Drug Forum
Glasgow, Glasgow City
06.2025 - Current

Trainee support worker with the Scottish drug forum and i am on placement at DAPL (Drugs, Alcohol and psychotherapy) limited, working with clients who using alcohol or substance use, also dealing with clients who have trauma and mental health problems, i also have to adhere to different regulations like, the human rights act, Equality act, health and safety at work act, fire safety act, and also COSSH control of substances hazardous to health, and also Adult support and protection as well as adhering to work policies and procedures, i have also done lots of training on things like drug awareness, Trauma informed training i am also asist trained (applied suicide intervention skills training), as well as trained to administer Naloxone, and i am also trained in naloxone to train others, i have also been working with clients finding out about their needs with things like housing, referring to food banks and signposting to other services, also filling out risk assessments, and incident forms as well as reporting any issues that happen, and at the moment i am 70% through my SVQ 2.

Factory operative

We do doors
Glenrothes, Fife
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assisted in quality control, ensuring high standard of product output.
  • Achieved efficient workflow through regular equipment maintenance.
  • Followed strict timelines, met production deadlines consistently.
  • Handled delicate components carefully during assembly; minimised damage or loss incidents.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members for improved efficiency.
  • Coordinated with other operatives efficiently for successful completion of tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials manually, maintaining organisation and orderliness in storage area.
  • Enhanced safety by adhering strictly to company guidelines and regulations.

Concrete finisher

vanesky brown
Edinburgh
07.2014 - 07.2015
  • Enhanced durability of surfaces with proper sealing techniques.
  • Collaborated closely with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, and electricians during projects.
  • Kept up-to-date with latest industry trends through continuous professional development courses.
  • Set up forms for pouring concrete, ensuring accuracy and precision.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to meet tight deadlines.

Kitchen fitter

Self Employed
East Wemyss, Fife
06.2007 - 03.2012
  • Ensured precision in measurements and cuts, resulting in seamless installations.
  • Maintained safe working conditions whilst completing all tasks.
  • Completed kitchen fittings by utilising appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Provided expert advice on maintenance and care for new fittings, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Interpreted complex blueprints accurately, leading to successful installations.
  • Adapted fitting methods for complex kitchen designs.
  • Accommodated last-minute changes in designs or plans without compromising on work quality.

Kitchen fitter

Karl Mcqueen
Kirkcaldy, Fife
04.2006 - 05.2007
  • Adapted fitting methods for complex kitchen designs.
  • Utilised specialist tools proficiently for precise cutting and assembly tasks.
  • Rectified technical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to the project timetable.
  • Installed electrical appliances safely following industry best practices.
  • Collaborated effectively with other tradespeople to ensure project completion on time.
  • Achieved client satisfaction with high-quality installation work.
  • Managed top-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations on time and on budget.

Kitchen fitter

Duncan Everitt
Auchtertool, Fife
01.2002 - 03.2006
  • Complied strictly with health and safety regulations at all times, providing a secure environment for both workers and clients.
  • Accommodated last-minute changes in designs or plans without compromising on work quality.
  • Adapted fitting methods for complex kitchen designs.
  • Ensured precision in measurements and cuts, resulting in seamless installations.

Warehouse operator

Joseph jacks
Kirkcaldy, Fife
01.1996 - 09.2001
  • Stacked pallets, creating an organised storage system.
  • Picked orders accurately, reducing instances of return or exchange.
  • Met tight deadlines by efficiently processing incoming shipments.
  • Kept clean work areas, promoting better productivity and safety standards.
  • Loaded lorries to facilitate prompt delivery schedules.
  • Packaged products securely for prevention of damage during transportation process.

Education

GCSEs -

Buckhaven high school
Fife
01.1991 - 06.1995

Skills

Online Understanding Stigma: Promoting inclusive attitudes and practice

ASIST (Applied, Suicide, Intervention, SKILLS, Training

Cocaine and other Psychostimulants

How are your sites?

Overdose Prevention, Intervention and Naloxone

Hepatitis C and New Treatments

Contraception information for people who use drugs

What’s happening on the streets with benzos?

Hepatitis B in Scotland

Motivational Interviewing in Brief Conversations

HIV: Preventable and Treatable

Bacterial Infections and Drug Use

LGBTQI Substance Use - An Introduction

Drug Awareness E-learning

Online Alcohol Awareness

Online Drug Awareness

Naloxone Training (Trained to train others)

Refugee Training

Building self-esteem in recovery training

Boundaries Training

Adult support and protection

Legislation relevant to the care sector

Anti discriminatory practice

Challenging behaviour

Human development theories

Trauma and substance use

Online Understanding Stigma: Promoting inclusive attitudes and practice

ASIST (Assisted, Suicide, Intervention, Support, Training

Cocaine and other Psychostimulants

How are your sites?

Overdose Prevention, Intervention and Naloxone

Hepatitis C and New Treatments

Contraception information for people who use drugs

What’s happening on the streets with benzos?

Hepatitis B in Scotland

Motivational Interviewing in Brief Conversations

HIV: Preventable and Treatable

Bacterial Infections and Drug Use

LGBTQI Substance Use - An Introduction

Drug Awareness E-learning

Online Alcohol Awareness

Online Drug Awareness

Bacterial Infections and Drug Use

References

Lynne Macdonald -  07799691520

lynnem@sdf.org.uk

91 Mitchell Street

Glasgow

G1 3LN


Susan Innes - 01333 422277

susaninnes@dapl.net

Dapl

2-3 Parkdale Avenue

Leven

Fife

KY8 5AQ

Timeline

National Trainee SDF

Scottish Drug Forum
06.2025 - Current

Factory operative

We do doors
09.2016 - 01.2018

Concrete finisher

vanesky brown
07.2014 - 07.2015

Kitchen fitter

Self Employed
06.2007 - 03.2012

Kitchen fitter

Karl Mcqueen
04.2006 - 05.2007

Kitchen fitter

Duncan Everitt
01.2002 - 03.2006

Warehouse operator

Joseph jacks
01.1996 - 09.2001

GCSEs -

Buckhaven high school
01.1991 - 06.1995
Michael Morgan