Patricia Sarmiento
Malvern,UK
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in emotional wellbeing and mental health support, specialising in group facilitation and workshop delivery. Proven track record in motivational interviewing and coaching techniques, enhancing youth engagement through peer-led programme development. Skilled in multi-agency partnership working, safeguarding, and trauma-informed practice, with a focus on mindfulness and nature-based wellbeing approaches. Strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills underpin a commitment to fostering positive change within communities. Aspires to further develop innovative strategies that promote holistic wellbeing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1993
1993
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Freelance Interpreter (Spanish–English)
Hereford Language Network / Capita
09.2013 - 06.2025
- Provided language interpretation in healthcare, legal, and social care settings.
- Supported vulnerable individuals, demonstrating professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
Founder & Volunteer Coordinator
Sembradores de Niebla
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Company Overview: Nonprofit Organization focused on cloud forest restoration and community wellbeing.
- Founded and led a grassroots nonprofit focused on cloud forest restoration and community wellbeing.
- Designed and delivered nature-based wellbeing programmes for volunteers, including young people managing mental health challenges.
- Integrated mindfulness, resilience-building, and ecological education into community projects.
- Nonprofit Organization focused on cloud forest restoration and community wellbeing.
Community Mental Health Link Worker
ONSIDE
Malvern
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Provided 1:1 mental health support, using coaching and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Connected individuals with local services and peer support opportunities.
- Maintained accurate client records and collaborated with health and community partners.
Children and Young People Participation Officer
The CLD Trust
Hereford
03.2015 - 10.2020
- Company Overview: Strong Young Minds Project
- Facilitated wellbeing workshops for young people, parents, and professionals.
- Recruited and mentored Youth Ambassadors and Champions, supporting peer-led mental health initiatives.
- Provided 1:1 emotional support and referrals to mental health services.
- Strong Young Minds Project
Spanish Tutor
John Masefield Sixth Form College
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered A-Level Spanish tuition, using creative and student-centred teaching methods.
Personal Assistant (Private Client – Living with MS)
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Provided daily care and emotional support, enabling client independence and wellbeing.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
Activities Coordinator (Dementia Care)
Waverley House
Leominster
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Designed and delivered inclusive activities to promote memory stimulation and emotional wellbeing for residents with dementia.
Communications Officer
UNHCR
- 01.2010
- Company Overview: The UN Refugee Agency
- Developed communication strategies and produced content to support humanitarian programmes.
- Engaged with media, stakeholders, and communities on displacement and human rights issues.
- The UN Refugee Agency
Education
MA - Film & TV Production
University of Bristol
BA - Social Communication & Journalism
Externado University
Skills
- Emotional wellbeing and mental health support
- Group facilitation and workshop delivery
- Motivational interviewing and coaching techniques
- Youth engagement and peer-led programme development
- Multi-agency partnership working
- Safeguarding and trauma-informed practice
- Mindfulness and nature-based wellbeing approaches
- Strong communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Record-keeping skills
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish
Custom
Available on request.
Timeline
Founder & Volunteer Coordinator
Sembradores de Niebla
06.2023 - 06.2025
Community Mental Health Link Worker
ONSIDE
11.2020 - 04.2023
Children and Young People Participation Officer
The CLD Trust
03.2015 - 10.2020
Spanish Tutor
John Masefield Sixth Form College
01.2015 - 01.2016
Freelance Interpreter (Spanish–English)
Hereford Language Network / Capita
09.2013 - 06.2025
Personal Assistant (Private Client – Living with MS)
01.2012 - 01.2015
Activities Coordinator (Dementia Care)
Waverley House
01.2010 - 01.2012
Communications Officer
UNHCR
- 01.2010
BA - Social Communication & Journalism
Externado University
MA - Film & TV Production
University of Bristol
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