I have been working within a Recovery Support Worker role for the past 3 years with a focus on Safer Communities and Ex Offenders and Mental Health. The clients range from 18 years and above. My work includes but was not limited to, creating person centred support plans, and working within those support needs to achieve the best outcome for the client’s individual needs. I have a good understanding of the need to adhere to boundaries, I am clear but approachable and to treat others as I would wish to be treated myself. I have attended many MARM, MAAPA and Safeguarding meetings, working alongside the lead professionals such as probation and mental health teams. I bring an open, relaxed approach to working with people who are troubled and understand that there is always a story behind a person. I have supported in all areas such as accessing benefits , housing, health, employment and substance misuse . I feel I have many strengths when working with ex offenders and helping them to achieve a better way forward. Previously a devoted Funeral Director with extensive experience in the profession and talent for consoling bereaved families. Caring and knowledgeable with over 15 years working in the local area. .
Adept at listening and responding to needs and wishes of clients with sensitivity and respect.
I possess many transferable skills which have supported the work I now do. I am a warm, outgoing, helpful team member who thrives on learning new skills and challenges, and to share knowledge that I have.
Clients in need thrive on trust and this is essential for them.
I have used my years of both corporate and independent funeral homes to gain knowledge and have developed a real understanding of what I believe works and makes a good funeral home. I had planned to open my own independent funeral directors however, sadly my business partner experienced some personal difficulties during the pandemic.
I am a loyal employee with solid understanding of training, management and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Enthusiastic individual dedicated to delivering compassion, accessible support. Strong relationship-building skills and emotional intelligence. History of achieving positive results in collaboration with multidisciplinary team. Helping others achieve their goals is what matters.
My current role is within the Portsmouth CFO Hub, as a support worker. This involves meeting with an allocated case load of participants on both 1-1 basis and group sessions to achieve the best person centred outcome. Supporting with a range of support needs including but not limited to getting into Employment, Housing Support, Money Management, Education and Training, Health and Addiction, Mental Health and Wellbeing. We work hard to create strong relationships with our stakeholders to ensure a good level of referrals into the hub. We have a strong emphasis on targets, however are able to create support plans to support the clients support needs as well as working towards our set targets.
Full duties as before
I was fortunate to spend time working alongside a forensic dentist, we travelled within the UK together, ran seminars, study days and studied cases requiring forensic input, murders, rape, child abuse and sudden death. These skills have been transferred throughout my career changes .
I have also studied grief and bereavement counselling at a basic level, but hope to further my knowledge on this is in the future.
I also lived in Spain for a year, and it’s still one of my favourite places to visit, holds special memories.
I’m also an evidential medium and read the cards.
I am Mum to two daughters, one is at secondary school and the other is a primary school teacher. .
I have an interest in the psychic world, and in my spare time offer mediumship readings !
We have a crazy cockapoo called Denzil, who brightens up every moment ( when he isn't barking at the window ) .
I prefer weekends away to different places than one long holiday, and love to try new foods and then recreate at home. I live with my partner Frank and have a good sense of humour not taking myself too seriously.