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Michelle Thompson

Michelle Thompson

Atherstone,Warwickshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem solving. Proven reliability and punctuality, complemented by transferable skills and active listening abilities. Committed to continuous learning and adaptability, aiming to leverage these competencies for growth in a new career path.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Children's Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate

Victim Support
Bedworth, Warwickshire
2025.06 - Current

Assisted children aged 5-18 in school environments impacted by domestic abuse.
Managed a caseload of 20.
Encouraged emotional expression by offering a safe space for sharing feelings.
Directed children to different agencies and collaborated with education social services and charities.

Mental Health Practitioner

D2D Foundation
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
2024.01 - 2025.06

Supported young people not in education through one-to-one and group sessions. Caseload of 10
Assisted individuals in building confidence and enhancing self-esteem.
Facilitated pathways to suitable educational facilities.

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
Hinckley, Leicestershire
2023.02 - 2023.12

Facilitated practical and emotional support for homeless men to enhance their wellbeing and stability. Caseload of 10

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

CGL
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
2023.01 - 2023.02

Achieved improved family outcomes by aiding parents in reducing substance use.
Secured essential referrals through effective collaboration with social services.
Empowered families to access vital resources for recovery.

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

Red Sector Agency
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
2022.07 - 2022.12

Same job responsibilities as in CGL role

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
Coventry, West Midlands
2021.06 - 2021.06

Provide emotional and practical support to homeless men to enhance stability and wellbeing. Caseload of 15

GP Community Well being Practitioner

CWMind
Coventry, West Midlands
2020.08 - 2021.03

Facilitated patient access to mental health support across 15 GP surgeries through social prescribing initiatives.

Self employed Counsellor

Different schools
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2019.12 - 2020.04

Provided short-term counselling in primary and secondary settings.
Supported emotional regulation and resilience building.
Assisted individuals in navigating personal challenges.

Hidden Harm Counsellor

Welcome Charity
Chelmsley Wood, Solihull
2015.05 - 2019.11

Provided counselling support to young individuals in educational settings across North and South Solihull.
Facilitated creative play techniques to assist children in articulating their emotions.
Engaged with students to foster emotional wellbeing and resilience.

Voluntary Counsellor

Place2Be
Birmingham, West Midlands
2014.05 - 2015.05

Provided short-term counselling to Key Stage 3 children.
Utilised creative play techniques to support children in developing emotional resilience.
Assisted children in navigating emotional challenges effectively.

Independent Mental Health Advocate

Independent Advocacy
Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
2009.05 - 2014.05

Informed patients detained under the Mental Health Act of their rights and guided them in exercising these rights effectively.

Probation service officer

Warwickshire and West Midlands Probation
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2001.05 - 2009.05

Achieved positive rehabilitation outcomes for victims and offenders through dedicated support.
Delivered effective drug rehabilitation services and emotional guidance in a prison setting.
Enhanced client wellbeing through tailored practical assistance and emotional support.

Customer Services Administrater

HSBC Vehicle Finance
Birmingham, West Midlands
1999.05 - 2001.05

Determined purchase prices for leased cars under PCP agreements.

Chemist / Microbiologist

Houghton Plc
Birmingham, West Midlands
1995.05 - 1999.05

Tested metal working fluids to ensure safety and performance against bacterial and fungal contamination.

Laboratory Chemist

Caird Environmental
Birmingham, West Midlands
1994.05 - 1995.05

Conducted industrial waste analysis using advanced wet chemistry techniques to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Pollution Assessment and Control

Sligo Regional Technical College
Sligo S Ireland
1993.06 - 1994.06

Bachelor of Science - European Applied Biology

Coventry University
Coventry
1990.09 - 1994.06

NVQ Level 4 - 7 credits - Independent Mental Health Advocacy

City & Guilds of London Institute
Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
2010.01 - 2010.05

Diploma of Higher Education - Rogerian Person centred Counselling

Warwick University
Coventry
2008.09 - 2011.09

Skills

Eagerness to learn

Active listening

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Reliability and punctuality

Transferable skills


Teamwork

Communication

IT proficiency

Mature perspective

Affiliations

  • Attending horse racing meetings
  • Travelling and exploring different countries

Timeline

Children's Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate

Victim Support
2025.06 - Current

Mental Health Practitioner

D2D Foundation
2024.01 - 2025.06

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
2023.02 - 2023.12

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

CGL
2023.01 - 2023.02

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

Red Sector Agency
2022.07 - 2022.12

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
2021.06 - 2021.06

GP Community Well being Practitioner

CWMind
2020.08 - 2021.03

Self employed Counsellor

Different schools
2019.12 - 2020.04

Hidden Harm Counsellor

Welcome Charity
2015.05 - 2019.11

Voluntary Counsellor

Place2Be
2014.05 - 2015.05

NVQ Level 4 - 7 credits - Independent Mental Health Advocacy

City & Guilds of London Institute
2010.01 - 2010.05

Independent Mental Health Advocate

Independent Advocacy
2009.05 - 2014.05

Diploma of Higher Education - Rogerian Person centred Counselling

Warwick University
2008.09 - 2011.09

Probation service officer

Warwickshire and West Midlands Probation
2001.05 - 2009.05

Customer Services Administrater

HSBC Vehicle Finance
1999.05 - 2001.05

Chemist / Microbiologist

Houghton Plc
1995.05 - 1999.05

Laboratory Chemist

Caird Environmental
1994.05 - 1995.05

Diploma of Higher Education - Pollution Assessment and Control

Sligo Regional Technical College
1993.06 - 1994.06

Bachelor of Science - European Applied Biology

Coventry University
1990.09 - 1994.06
Michelle Thompson