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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
06.2025 - 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
01.2024 - 06.2025

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
02.2023 - 12.2023

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

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

CGL
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
01.2023 - 02.2023

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
07.2022 - 12.2022

Same job responsibilities as in CGL role

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
Coventry, West Midlands
06.2021 - 06.2021

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
08.2020 - 03.2021

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

Self employed Counsellor

Different schools
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
12.2019 - 04.2020

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
05.2015 - 11.2019

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
05.2014 - 05.2015

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
05.2009 - 05.2014

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
05.2001 - 05.2009

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
05.1999 - 05.2001

Determined purchase prices for leased cars under PCP agreements.

Chemist / Microbiologist

Houghton Plc
Birmingham, West Midlands
05.1995 - 05.1999

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

Laboratory Chemist

Caird Environmental
Birmingham, West Midlands
05.1994 - 05.1995

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
06.1993 - 06.1994

Bachelor of Science - European Applied Biology

Coventry University
Coventry
09.1990 - 06.1994

NVQ Level 4 - 7 credits - Independent Mental Health Advocacy

City & Guilds of London Institute
Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
01.2010 - 05.2010

Diploma of Higher Education - Rogerian Person centred Counselling

Warwick University
Coventry
09.2008 - 09.2011

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
06.2025 - Current

Mental Health Practitioner

D2D Foundation
01.2024 - 06.2025

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
02.2023 - 12.2023

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

CGL
01.2023 - 02.2023

Family Substance Misuse Practitioner

Red Sector Agency
07.2022 - 12.2022

Developmental Support Worker

Emmaus
06.2021 - 06.2021

GP Community Well being Practitioner

CWMind
08.2020 - 03.2021

Self employed Counsellor

Different schools
12.2019 - 04.2020

Hidden Harm Counsellor

Welcome Charity
05.2015 - 11.2019

Voluntary Counsellor

Place2Be
05.2014 - 05.2015

NVQ Level 4 - 7 credits - Independent Mental Health Advocacy

City & Guilds of London Institute
01.2010 - 05.2010

Independent Mental Health Advocate

Independent Advocacy
05.2009 - 05.2014

Diploma of Higher Education - Rogerian Person centred Counselling

Warwick University
09.2008 - 09.2011

Probation service officer

Warwickshire and West Midlands Probation
05.2001 - 05.2009

Customer Services Administrater

HSBC Vehicle Finance
05.1999 - 05.2001

Chemist / Microbiologist

Houghton Plc
05.1995 - 05.1999

Laboratory Chemist

Caird Environmental
05.1994 - 05.1995

Diploma of Higher Education - Pollution Assessment and Control

Sligo Regional Technical College
06.1993 - 06.1994

Bachelor of Science - European Applied Biology

Coventry University
09.1990 - 06.1994
Michelle Thompson