Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 7 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques. Compassionate Support Worker with knack for building positive relationships and creating supportive environment. Skilled in managing challenging behaviours and providing emotional support, resulting in improved client well-being and increased independence. Known for fostering trust and promoting positive atmosphere.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Support Worker
Look Ahead
London, Essex
01.2024 - 06.2025
Providing practical and emotional support (telephone calls, welfare checks, shopping etc) and guidance to service users
Providing reactive, focused, and flexible support to adults following a hospital stay to enable early discharge
Responding to referrals from Clinicians and Community Health Professionals
Assess service users' needs, complete and follow a support plan for the individual
Supporting service users in the weeks after hospital discharge or to prevent readmission
Taking someone to a hospital appointment that they otherwise couldn't get to or be picking up prescriptions and shopping.
Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
Support Worker
Normanshire Care services
07.2020 - 01.2024
Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
Support Worker
08.2018 - 07.2019
Taking care of service users
Administering medication
Support and encourage service user with personal care
Food preparation
General cleaning of the building
Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
Identified key client needs to develop targeted support programmes.
Highlighted additional support provisions to maximise clients' growth opportunities.
Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
Support worker
Topaz Care and Support
02.2018 - 07.2019
Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in varying elevations and obstacles.
Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
Ensured consistent quality improvement by developing improved personal care services, optimising service user satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Ilorin
KWARA STATE
09.1997
Some College (No Degree) - WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATION COUNCIL
Command Secondary School
IBADAN
09.1983 - 09.1989
Skills
Dealing with vulnerable clients
Self-Management
reliable and trustworthy
Empathy for clients
Nutrition planning competency
Risk assessment application
Professional boundaries understanding
Client assessment capabilities
resilience in difficult situations
Infection control knowledge
Medication Administration
Activities of Daily Living
Care management
Meal preparation
Care planning
Mental health support
Learning disabilities support
Accommodation-based support
Safeguarding policies
Crisis intervention strategies
Care needs assessment
Health and safety procedures
Disability awareness
Client behaviour management
Care plan development
Customer Service
Health and Safety Compliance
Communication proficiency
Communication skills
Team Leadership
Conflict Resolution
Confidentiality maintenance
Case Management
Budget management
Behaviour modification techniques
Personal care
Dementia care knowledge
Support group management
References
ReferencesAvailable upon request
Interests
I enjoy football, table tennis, snooker, music, current affairs and socialising and meeting new people.
Timeline
Support Worker
Look Ahead
01.2024 - 06.2025
Support Worker
Normanshire Care services
07.2020 - 01.2024
Support Worker
08.2018 - 07.2019
Support worker
Topaz Care and Support
02.2018 - 07.2019
Some College (No Degree) - WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATION COUNCIL