Sonya Ritchie

• Organised arts and crafts sessions, sports, and physical education activities daily to promote healthy lifestyle, increase confidence and have fun.
• Worked with individualised care plans and as part of the Nursing Care team.
• Evaluated the impact of activities on participant happiness and social connectedness, demonstrating commitment to enhancing quality of life.
• Designed innovative activity programmes to stimulate cognitive functions and encouraged social interaction among elderly residents, many of whom have Enhanced Dementia.
• Carried out thorough risk assessments, enabling safe, compliant activity delivery.

Oversaw a diverse caseload as a Social Worker in Children's Services for 15 years, prioritizing urgent needs.
Conducted home visits to analyze family situations and address concerns.

Individual pieces of specialised 1:1 work with children, including those with Special Educational Needs, in my role as Social Worker in the Children's Disability Team.

Worked alongside multidisciplinary teams to develop holistic care plans for children. Created detailed reports and case notes to track progress.

Investigated suspected abuse and neglect cases, implementing necessary safeguarding measures.

Assessed prospective Foster and Adoptive carers, ensuring readiness for roles. Facilitated training programs for carers, equipping them with essential skills for success.