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Vongai Goshomi

Summary

I am a reliable Support Worker with six years of experience. I am confident in delivering medication management and care planning with person-centred approach. I have very strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a compassionate approach to supporting individuals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

General Assistant

39 Essex Chambers
London
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Company Overview: Employed at a tier 1 Public law and Civil Law chambers
  • Responsible for a variety of administrative and organisational tasks including:
  • Data management and entry using advanced Microsoft Excel functions and formulas
  • Using Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and marketing-related tasks
  • Arranging and attending meetings with clients
  • Preparation of both electronic and hard copy court bundles
  • Providing IT and software support
  • Using the Chamber's electronic management system to prevent scheduling conflicts, manage room bookings and the organisation and administration of events
  • Contributing to team's efforts while effectively managing own individual workload
  • Employed at a tier 1 Public law and Civil Law chambers

Support worker

Norwood
Hendon
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Working with local authorities to deliver wide-ranging services, including residential and supported living accommodation.
  • Using specialist equipment including ceiling track hoists, a manual hoist, profiling beds, and an assisted bath.
  • Supported vulnerable people to be independent and live a fulfilling life:
  • Supported and encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
  • Accompanying individuals to routine appointments.
  • Teaching life skills such as budgeting, shopping, and paying bills.
  • Assisting with personal care and administering medication.

Waking night support worker

Care Assist
London, Ealing and Harrow
03.2022 - 10.2023
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
  • Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
  • Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
  • Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
  • Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
  • Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.

Mental health support worker

Next Step Support
London
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed a diverse caseload of individuals with substance issues and housing needs, taking responsibility for all engagement phases (assessment, care planning, clinical treatment, and through-care)
  • Advised new and expectant mothers dealing with both Interim and Final care orders under Section 31 of the Children Act 1989
  • Criminal justice rehabilitation/recovery services: worked closely with Probation Services, prisons, and the police to provide a rapid, tailored response to individuals
  • Provided pre-tenancy support and collaborated with both the housing provider and referral agency to ensure service users could sustain their tenancy and progress towards independence in their new homes
  • Provided one-on-one support to victims of human trafficking and prostitution
  • Worked in accordance with the Crown Prosecution Service's legal guidance on prostitution and the exploitation of prostitution

Waking Night Mental Health Support Worker

Creative Support
Liverpool
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: Supported Living Service
  • Waking night role, supporting women in one of the most challenged areas in Liverpool
  • Supported clients suffering from a range of mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, etc
  • Administered medication and performed daily medication audits in accordance with CQC guidance
  • Exercised duty of care for people under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and maintained relevant legal knowledge
  • Responsible for client finance management, including financial documentation and auditing
  • Supported Living Service

Forensic Mental Health Support Worker

Integrated Offender Management Service
Morecambe
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: Strawberry Gardens Forensic Unit
  • Worked in a medium-secure forensic unit for two years with individuals who had committed sexual offences against children
  • Supported clients with a range of learning difficulties, mental health issues, and hearing impairments
  • Maintained current knowledge of the Sexual Offences Act 2003, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
  • Prepared documentation for CPA review meetings and statutory reports as required by the Ministry of Justice
  • Responsible for maintaining knowledge of legislation to ensure full compliance with HCPC requirements and continuous service registration
  • Made informed recommendations that identified service user needs
  • Dynamically assessed and managed risk
  • Generated accessible reports for people of different intellectual abilities and backgrounds
  • Liaised with review officers, social workers, and psychiatric professionals to ensure service user concerns were appropriately addressed
  • Maintained a working knowledge of relevant UK/EC legislation and CQC Essential Standards for community-based care services
  • Strawberry Gardens Forensic Unit

Lancaster University
Lancaster
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: Miscarriages of Justice Law Clinic
  • Investigated wrongful convictions with a view to referral back to the Court of Appeal via the Criminal Cases Review Commission
  • Worked under the supervision of legal practitioners
  • All clients were imprisoned, therefore, advice was communicated through written forms of communication and telephone
  • Conducted meetings with clients
  • Organised bundles
  • Drafted letters and legal opinions
  • Developed knowledge of the Sexual Offences Act 2003
  • Conducted legal research and drafted research trails
  • Exercised professional duty to advocate indiscriminately by defending clients who were perpetrators of extreme offences
  • Efficiently used case management software to stay organised and comply with GDPR
  • Miscarriages of Justice Law Clinic

Education

Law LLB -

Lancaster University
Lancaster
01.2023 - /2021

A-Level -

Brigshaw Highschool
01.2015 - 01.2017

GCSE -

Brigshaw Highschool

Custom

  • Leeds Youth Council Member, 01/01/11, 01/01/16
  • Marshalling, The Hon Lord Justice Keehan., 10/01/23
  • Garden Court Chambers, Family Law Mini Pupillage., 01/01/24
  • 39 Essex Chambers, Mini Pupillage., 01/01/24

Timeline

General Assistant

39 Essex Chambers
03.2024 - 02.2025

Support worker

Norwood
07.2023 - 06.2024

Law LLB -

Lancaster University
01.2023 - /2021

Waking night support worker

Care Assist
03.2022 - 10.2023

Mental health support worker

Next Step Support
01.2022 - 01.2023

Waking Night Mental Health Support Worker

Creative Support
01.2020 - 01.2021

Forensic Mental Health Support Worker

Integrated Offender Management Service
01.2019 - 01.2021

Lancaster University
01.2017 - 01.2021

A-Level -

Brigshaw Highschool
01.2015 - 01.2017

GCSE -

Brigshaw Highschool

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