OLUSHOLA LESHI
Manchester,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in health care, specialising in intervention techniques and safeguarding policies. Proven ability to adapt care plans based on individual needs and promote independence through supportive practices. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, alongside expertise in crisis management and conflict resolution. Proficient in medication administration, care plan development, and person-centred practice. Adept at problem-solving and time management, with a proven ability to adapt to dynamic environments. Fluent in English, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective leadership and comprehensive record-keeping.
Dedicated support worker with expertise in patient care, intervention techniques, and safeguarding policies. Strong communication skills enable effective collaboration with teams to enhance patient outcomes. Proven ability to adapt care plans based on individual needs and promote independence through supportive practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Residential support worker
Courtyard care
Farnworth, Bolton
2024.12 - 2026.02
- Assisted clients with personal care, ensuring dignity and respect while promoting hygiene and wellbeing.
- Monitored and adjusted care plans based on individual progress, collaborating with nursing staff for comprehensive support.
- Support people with complex and challenging behaviours
- Improved health outcomes by delivering consistent care in collaboration with nursing team.
- Flexible with shift patterns including evenings, weekends aand sleep-ins
- Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
- Successfully facilitated community integration and social interaction to enhance clients' quality of life.
Mental health support worker
NHS Professionals
Manchester, Lancashire
2024.01 - Current
- Developed personalised care plans, resulting in unique patient support.
- Supported individuals to improve their wellbeing with weekly goal-setting sessions.
- Delivered crisis intervention during critical incidents, ensuring immediate support.
- Navigated delicate situations with empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure, maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere.
- Upheld strict confidentiality protocols ensuring respect for patient privacy.
- Helped clients make informed decisions and follow individual treatment plans.
- Performed crisis interventions during emergency cases.
Support care worker
First Medicals
Oldham, Lancashire
2023.04 - 2024.12
- Worked closely with activity coordinators to communicate changing patient needs, optimising continued care and support.
- Improved physical and mental wellbeing of service users through patient-centred care planning.
- Offered emotional support during challenging times, facilitating better coping mechanisms.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other necessary errands thereby providing indispensable logistical support.
- Promoted patient independence through encouragement and guidance in performing tasks.
Crisis Support Worker
Regent care recruitment
Bolton, Lancashire
2024.03 - 2024.09
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for cohesive client care strategies.
- Fostered trust and rapport with clients through consistent professionalism and empathy.
- Created safe environments for vulnerable individuals with careful planning.
- Facilitated group sessions to foster communication within families.
- Identified needs for mental health services through thorough assessments.
Rehabilitation support worker
Ellysium Healthcare
salford, Lancashire
2023.04 - 2024.02
- Helped patients with personal hygiene tasks, improving cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams, fostering comprehensive care strategies.
- Assisted physiotherapists for improved rehabilitation plans.
- Supported the delivery of personalised care plans to promote recovery.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring correct dosage intake.
- Ensured patient comfort with daily care routines.
- Facilitated recreational activities, boosting patient morale.
- Assisted in meal preparation, promoting healthy eating habits.
- Supported occupational therapists in adaptive equipment training; boosted self-reliance skills.
- Conducted therapeutic exercises, enhancing patient mobility.
- Delivered person-centred care plans to achieve positive outcomes for rehabilitation patients.
Support worker
First Mental Health
LAGOS, NIGERIA
2019.06 - 2023.04
- Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
- Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
- Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
- Improved health outcomes by delivering consistent care in collaboration with nursing team.
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
Health care assistant
Rose mire care home
LAGOS, NIGERIA
2017.04 - 2019.06
- Administered blood tests and blood pressure checks.
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
Education
B.Sc Health Education -
Tai Solarin University
2012.01 - 2017.05
Shoes and Bag - undefined
Total Humanitarian Agency
2010.01 - 2012.01
WAEC - undefined
Command Day Secondary School
2006.05 - 2010.01
Junior WAEC - undefined
Akoka Junior High School
2003.01 - 2006.05
Skills
- Excellent Communication (verbal & written)
- Intervention techniques
- Safeguarding policies
- Patients observation
- Record keeping
- Mental health experience
- Medication Administration
- Care plan development & implementation
- Person centred practice
- Problem solving
- Crisis management and verbal de escalation
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Fluent in English
TRAINING & QUALIFICATION
- Duty of care
- Health & social care diploma Level 1,2 & 3
- PMVA
- Manual Handling
- Safeguarding adult and children
- Health and safety
- Basic life support and AED
- Mental capacity act
- Infection prevention and control
- Food hygiene
- Equality and diversity
Timeline
Residential support worker
Courtyard care
2024.12 - 2026.02
Crisis Support Worker
Regent care recruitment
2024.03 - 2024.09
Mental health support worker
NHS Professionals
2024.01 - Current
Rehabilitation support worker
Ellysium Healthcare
2023.04 - 2024.02
Support care worker
First Medicals
2023.04 - 2024.12
Support worker
First Mental Health
2019.06 - 2023.04
Health care assistant
Rose mire care home
2017.04 - 2019.06
B.Sc Health Education -
Tai Solarin University
2012.01 - 2017.05
Shoes and Bag - undefined
Total Humanitarian Agency
2010.01 - 2012.01
WAEC - undefined
Command Day Secondary School
2006.05 - 2010.01
Junior WAEC - undefined
Akoka Junior High School
2003.01 - 2006.05