Michelle Doherty
Manchester,MAN
Summary
I am an accomplished Family Support Worker with a proven track record at Coppice Academy, adept in crisis intervention and fostering interpersonal relationships. Excelled in implementing strategies for positive behavioral support and safeguarding, significantly enhancing family dynamics and child development. Skilled in case management and role modeling, committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing. I am compassionate, understanding and committed to supporting children and their families to deliver positive outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Support Worker
Mrs M Green
10.2023 - Current
- Reported and acted upon safeguarding concerns, following legal legislations.
- Supported children with behaviour and additional needs promoting positive change and inclusion.
- Assisted parents and carers with financial, mental and housing concerns and provided strategies to overcome them.
- Signposted families to nearby organisations, charities and groups for diverse needs.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Planned and delivered TAF and TAC meetings.
- Attended and contributed to CIN, CPC, STRAT, CPC and CGM meetings.
- Completed and assisted with CAMHS, ADHD, ASD, Early Help and MASH referrals.
- Implemented research-based one to one and group interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Mrs A Mordey
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Helped students develop diligent study habits and strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Monitored student progress to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Devised and implemented strategies for engaging pupils in academic based and wellbeing lessons.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Planned and delivered subject lessons in teacher's absence.
Support Worker
Miss E Ramsey
04.2018 - 11.2022
- Helped children and young adults manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Provided personal care when required.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for children.
Education
PASS - Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Britannia Education Group
Solihull01.2023
BTEC - DDM - Health And Social Care
Solihull College
Solihull 06.2014
GCSE - English Literature, English Language, Maths - C
St. Peter's Catholic School
Solihull06.2012
Skills
- Good communication and listening skills
- Non judgemental manner
- Safeguarding
- Behavioral support
- Parenting skills
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Case management
- Role modeling
- Family case plans
- Problem solving abilities
- Strong organisational skills
- Interpersonal Relationships
Certification
ELSA Trained - June 2024
Designated Safeguard Lead Trained - December 2023
Team Teach Trained - December 2023
Timeline
Family Support Worker
Mrs M Green
10.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Miss E Ramsey
04.2018 - 11.2022
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Mrs A Mordey
01.2017 - 11.2022
PASS - Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Britannia Education Group
BTEC - DDM - Health And Social Care
Solihull College
GCSE - English Literature, English Language, Maths - C
St. Peter's Catholic School
ELSA Trained - June 2024
Designated Safeguard Lead Trained - December 2023
Team Teach Trained - December 2023
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