Sarah Cooling
Kidlington,Oxfordshire
Summary
Addictions specialist with extensive expertise in harm reduction, dual diagnosis, and cognitive behavioural therapy. Proven track record in managing outreach programmes and leading teams to deliver compassionate client care. Skilled in negotiation, mediation, and maintaining absolute confidentiality. Adept at developing coping mechanisms, relapse prevention strategies, and recovery plans. Committed to promoting self-care and trauma-informed care while conducting risk assessments and drug testing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Addictions Specialist
Turning Point
Oxford, Oxfordshire
05.2022 - Current
- Conducted group therapy sessions for improved recovery outcomes.
- Developed coping strategies for patients which resulted in enhanced mental well-being during recovery process.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, delivering high-quality care on time and within resources available.
- Offered harm reduction advice which led to safer drug use practices amongst patients.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings resulting in effective communication and collaboration.
- Assisted in recovery by creating personalised rehabilitation plans.
- Strengthened community ties with regular outreach programmes.
- Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.
- Prepared reports for legal action and provided evidence in court.
- Created targeted support programmes based on client interviews and assessments.
- Kept accurate records of patient progress, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Homeless support worker
Crisis
Oxford, Oxfordshire
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted with housing applications, securing suitable accommodation.
- Provided emotional support to homeless individuals, reducing distress levels.
- Advocated for clients' rights leading to fair treatment within the system.
- Maintained detailed client records for accurate tracking of progress.
- Escorted service users to benefits appointments securing necessary welfare support.
- Provided financial guidance to assist in budgeting and money management skills development.
- Managed aggressive behaviour using de-escalation techniques, upheld safety in hostile situations.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Provided mental health support to service users, as well as signposting community resources and local charities.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Computer Studies
Uxbridge College
Uxbridge 01.2015 - 11.2015
Skills
- Addictions specialist
- Holistic approach
- Harm reduction understanding
- Outreach programme management
- Adaptable to changing situations
- Relapse prevention strategies
- Empathic communication style
- Compassionate client dealing
- Coping mechanism instruction
- Substance abuse knowledge
- Therapeutic techniques proficiency
- Recovery planning
- Motivational interviewing
- Self care promotion
- Trauma-informed care
- Drug testing
- Risk Assessments
- Case management experience
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Addictions Specialist
Turning Point
05.2022 - Current
Homeless support worker
Crisis
03.2018 - 05.2022
NVQ Level 2 - Computer Studies
Uxbridge College
01.2015 - 11.2015
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