Experience

Heads Up Therapies
• United Kingdom
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Nov 2022 - Present


AMS Case Management

• United Kingdom
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Carer

  • Jan 2015 - Apr 2023

  I was referred for a position that was originally managed by Amber Case Management in 2015, for a client in Leeds. This client had severe Epilepsy, occasionally needing the administration of rescue medication, complex care needs and occasions of abusive behaviour towards staff members. I worked with this client on a casual contract with full time hours for over a year and have remained part of his team on a casual basis since then, with the case recently being taken over by AMS Case Management. The client requires daily medication, including occasional Epilepsy rescue medication and 24 hour care and observation due to the severity of his Epilepsy. The position requires a high level of vigilance, responsibility and reliability and requires staff with a patient, calm and positive approach. I have always maintained a good working relationship with the client, his team and family, who are an active part of his care, and was recently requested personally to support the client on holiday by his family. Show less

• Carer/ Support Worker

  • Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  I worked with an elderly male who suffered an acquired brain injury as the result of a road traffic accident. This client had multiple health conditions including diabetes, depression, dysphagia and COPD, alongside cognitive and physical difficulties. This position included a 24-hour shift pattern to implement consistency and avoid confusion/disorientation within his home. Duties of this position were administering medication, using and maintaining specialist equipment and assisting with daily tasks to promote an independent and fulfilled life. This role also involved support to organize and attend social events and could include the management of challenging behaviour as well as periods of low mood or depressive thoughts. Show less



Northern Case Management Limited

• United Kingdom
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Carer/ Support Worker

  • Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

  I worked with a young male who suffered an acquired brain injury as the result of a road traffic accident, working as part of a small team on a 24-hour shift pattern basis to implement consistency within his own home. The client suffered with depression, low motivation and periods of suicidal thoughts as well as limited mobility and balance, fatigue and challenging behaviour. I worked with a young male who suffered an acquired brain injury as the result of a road traffic accident, working as part of a small team on a 24-hour shift pattern basis to implement consistency within his own home. The client suffered with depression, low motivation and periods of suicidal thoughts as well as limited mobility and balance, fatigue and challenging behaviour.

• Carer/ Support Worker

  • Jan 2014 - Jan 2019

  I began working with Northern Case Management in 2014, and have worked on numerous packages throughout the years for this company, as listed below. 2014 - 2019 I supported a young adult male with Cerebral Palsy in his own home and in the community. I assisted in the organising and attending of clinical appointments and promoting daily decision-making and independence in various areas. I liaised with a large team of clinical therapists and was responsible for implementing daily routines and additional strategies to encourage personal development. I was also responsible for financial budgeting and documentation. 2014 – 2016 I was responsible for the daily support of a female individual who had Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Duties included meal preparation, personal care, moving and handling and medication administration. This client needed a large amount of motivation and encouragement to complete daily activities and a positive approach was of the utmost importance as she was susceptible to periods of depression. 2013 - 2014 This role included the constant observation and care of a young male with severe disabilities. I was responsible for the administration of rescue Epilepsy medication and the management of his PEG feed and catheter. A high level of vigilance and efficiency was essential due to the complexity of his disability. I was also required to organise emergency appointments and transportation when necessary. Show less



JMW Solicitors LLP

• United Kingdom
• Law Practice
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Carer/ Support Worker

  • Dec 2017 - Dec 2018

  I supported a young male who was born with cerebral palsy. I was responsible for assisting him to love an independent life within his own home with the involvement of his family. Duties included daily motivation as he would often struggle to initiate ideas followed by encouraging and enabling the carrying out of these ideas. I was responsible for encouraging a healthy diet and lifestyle within his home due to other health concerns and often had to manage complex moods and behaviours. I was responsible for the daily liaising with his wider team and family who were actively involved in his care. I have remained on this package throughout the years to present day as a casual worker to assist with staff shortages and to maintain a good professional relationship with the client and his family. Show less



AMBER CASE MANAGEMENT LTD

• United Kingdom
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Carer/Support Worker

  • Apr 2017 - Dec 2017

  I supported an adult female who acquired a brain injury when she was involved in a road traffic accident. I assisted her in the management of daily routines in the home which largely involved domestic duties and the maintenance of her pets. I offered daily prompts to my client who had worked hard to recover from her accident as fully as possible. I supported her with the organising and attending of social activities and clinical appointments and was responsible for liaising with a large team of clinical therapists assisting her in her recovery. I left this position when the client had settled her claim and had decided to withdraw support. Show less



Voyage Care Ltd

• United Kingdom
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Acquired Brain Injury Assistant

  • Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  This involved working in a large residential home with 13 occupants, all of whom had different forms of physical and mental disabilities as a result of acquired brain injury. Challenging and aggressive behaviour was common, so a high level of diligence was essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all residents and staff. I considered sensitivity to be a particularly important aspect in this specific role, as none of the clients had had their disabilities from birth, and as such, each had to learn to cope in a different way. Empathy towards their frustration was vital to create a positive relationship with the clients. Duties included meal preparation, domestic tasks, medication administration, personal care, PEG feeding and catheters and supporting individuals with personal activities and social outings. Show less