Shannon Hodges
Manston,Kent
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker focused on enhancing client independence through personalised care and community engagement. Advocates for client needs, fostering a supportive environment and facilitating access to essential services. Skilled in managing daily living activities with respect for personal dignity, contributing to clients' emotional and physical well-being.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
L&S Care Homes Ltd
Birchington, Kent
2025.03 - 2025.12
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
- Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
- Facilitated independence and community engagement for service users through encouragement and support.
- Accompanied clients to various locations, ensuring their mobility and personal needs were addressed.
- Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
- Built trusting relationships with service users and advocated effectively for their needs and preferences.
- Documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development, and incidents, contributing to personalised care plans.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
- Arranged transport for clients to attend medical appointments, social events, and other activities, enhancing their community participation.
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Risk assessment
- Safeguarding protocols
- Behaviour management
- Learning disabilities support
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support
- Dealing with vulnerable clients
- Community engagement
- Client relationship management
- Health and safety procedures
- Record-keeping
- Meal preparation
- Client-Centred approach
- Dependable professional
- Building relationships
- Respect for diversity
- Advocacy skills
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support
Timeline
Support Worker
L&S Care Homes Ltd
2025.03 - 2025.12