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I am in charge of service design, practice development, auditing and monitoring, management, and staff supervision in an organisation working with vulnerable children. My tasks include:- facilitating the design of evidence-based, needs-led and outcomes-focused services- supporting change management and implementation of trauma-informed approach- writing up the details of the new service into programme manuals to guide staff and managers in their implementation of the programme- design child-centred frameworks and systems to ensure consistency and best practice- reviewing research evidence and translating them to practice - overseeing the design and development of evidence-based training programmes- writing documents to support the implementation of quality practice

I support the interpretation of assessment data under the supervision of licensed clinicians. My tasks include: - compiling reports and summaries based on test outcomes for review reviewing and refining clinical, administrative, and interpretative procedures for psychological measures- ensuring procedures comply with ethical and professional guidelines- researching and sourcing appropriate psychological tools, materials, and interventions- proposing and implementing updates to processes to improve efficiency and accuracy- developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation for procedures and assessment practices- staying updated on advancements in psychological testing and measurement tools- participating in training and supervision to enhance competencies and knowledge

I worked with children and adults with intellectual disabilities through developing and delivering educational programmes and person-centred support to individuals and their families. My tasks included:- Designed and implemented educational programmes for young people with intellectual disabilities, ensuring content relevance and accessibility.- Developed and mapped curriculum content to meet the unique needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities.- Delivered programmes, monitored progress, evaluated success, and made necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.- Provided comprehensive training and counselling support to parents and families, helping them understand and support their children's educational and developmental needs.- Gathered, evaluated, and interpreted data from various sources to inform programme adjustments and individual interventions.- Led the development and delivery of training programs focused on diversity and inclusion, promoting an inclusive educational environment.- Incorporated person-centred practices in all activities, ensuring the individual needs and preferences of young people with intellectual disabilities were prioritized.- Provided strong support and motivation to both staff and young people, effectively managing critical situations and promoting a positive and supportive environment.- Organized, constructed, delivered, and evaluated training programs for staff, enhancing their ability to support young people with intellectual disabilities.

I worked as a part of the multi-disciplinary team to support young people with intellectual disabilities aged 15 – 20, and their families, to live a life like any other- direct point of contact for young people and their families during vital transitions in their life- supporting young people and their family to have a clear transitional plan - using person-centred tools to encourage a successful transition - supporting families to plan, organise and access a range of practical and personalised supports and services

County Dublin, Ireland

I worked in Abhainn services at St. Michael’s House providing support to school leavers on autistic disorder spectrum and with intellectual disabilities to enable and empower them to live the life they choose in their community. • Carrying out detailed needs assessments, utilising excellent judgement and forward-thinking skills to develop care plans• Interworking with colleagues within the organisation as well as external third-parties, with robust collaboration and teamworking abilities• Relationship management with family members, clinicians, and displaying high resilience in managing challenging behaviour• Keeping all required information of activities and behaviour, highly diligent in record-keeping and mindful of confidentiality and data protection• Coordination of an emotional literacy group, a mindfulness group, learning skills programmes, and utilising advanced emotional intelligence when working one-on-one with individuals• Displayed outstanding adaptability, being flexible to the needs of each individual• Providing direct assistance with training and personal development, with a strong focus in ongoing learning

County Dublin, Ireland

I was working with children with autism, intellectual disabilities and ADHD, supporting them to actively and to their best interest participate in community. • providing residential care to children with autism and complex support requirements on both the Intellectual Disability and Mental Health spectrums• promoting the rights, and dignity of each service user• assisting service users develop a Personal Care Plan of their choice based on their needs and abilities• empowering service users to exercise their autonomy and independence• proactively supporting their independence through assisting in their ongoing education, training and employment• monitoring and recording behavioural changes• liaising with clinical team -psychologist, psychiatrist, occupational therapist etc

County Dublin, Ireland

I was working through an agency with St. John of God, which included work and interaction with individuals who had marginally different emotional, physical and psychosocial needs.• working with individuals with Down syndrome, autism, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities etc.• providing professional care to vulnerable individuals and groups of all ages who experience marginalisation, disadvantage or special needs• developing interpersonal relationships which require empathy, strong communication skills, self-awareness and an ability to use critical reflection

Osijek, Croatia

• Delivering lectures to undergraduate students at the Psychology and Sociology departments• Developing lecturer materials, carrying out research into topics, and ensuring all learning outcomes were achieved• Management of classes, practical exercises, and assessments, ensuring tight timekeeping to meet daily schedules• Creating a stimulating learning environment, promoting discussion and active participation• Developed first-class interpersonal skills and presentation abilities, working with students in groups and through individual consultations• Skilled at communicating complex and often abstract subject matter in a clear and concise manner• Supporting student performance, developing assessment exercises and grading papers, following precise grading criteria

• Worked with individuals, couples, and families across a spectrum of issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and personal growth• Utilisation of psychometric assessment tools, as well as completing risk, parental, foster parents, and family dynamic assessments• Preparation of a wide range of reports, keeping clinical records and liaising with external agencies such as law enforcement as required• Coordinated weekly schedules, capable of prioritising effectively and managing a high work load• Hugely resilient, adaptable, and resourceful when dealing with challenging situations

Undergraduate Qqi 6, Human Resources

- studying the principles of strategic HRM and aligning it with the companies business strategies and objectives - exploring the nature.

Master’S Degree, Psychology, 4,83

Activities and Societies: Volunteering at Home for mentally ill adults Program "Student tutor"

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology, 4,61