Brian O’Donnell
Bridgend,Co. Donegal
Summary
Offering strong interpersonal and communication skills with knack for problem-solving and empathy. Knowledgeable about providing support and maintaining positive environment. Ready to use and develop teamwork, organisational, and active listening skills in [Desired Position] role. Compassionate individual with knack for active listening and problem-solving, ready to make meaningful contribution as Assistant Support Worker. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with deep understanding of empathy and patience. Aims to foster positive change and support individuals in achieving greater independence and well-being.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant/support worker/ Team leader
Solis/MMC Children Services
05.2010 - 01.2022
- During this period I started working with young people in the care system
- This was a very challenging role as I worked with the most at risk and challenging young people in Ireland
- This involves working and supporting young people who are in care and helping them with their day to day living, working with behaviour problems, education, and recreational activities
- I worked in and with young people in different parts of Ireland
- While social work is enjoyable and you are aiming to help young people have a better life it is also challenging and very stressful and unfortunately very difficult to remain in this work a long time due to stress and impact on your own well being
- During my employment here I simultaneously completed a diploma in Health and Social Care at NUIG Galway
GAA football coach
Derry City Council
Derry City
02.2007 - 12.2009
- This job involved coaching Gaelic football and hurling in primary and secondary schools in Derry City
- I coached boys and girls during school times and for after school clubs
- The purpose of this role was to link between schools and local GAA clubs and to encourage children to join local GAA clubs
Shop Owner
San Siro
Derry City
02.2005 - 01.2007
- I opened my own clothing store in Derry City
- This involved the day to day running of my own business
- In this I was involved in buying stock, sales accounts merchandising and marketing
- I thoroughly enjoyed being self employed even though it can be stressful but unfortunately had to close the business due to the poor economic climate at the time
Showroom Manager
Atlantis Bathrooms
Derry
03.2001 - 01.2005
- I worked as a showroom manager for this bathroom company for four years
- I was involved in day to day sales, stock ordering and organising deliveries
- I enjoyed working in this job and it probably was the reason behind opening my own business as my employers gave me a lot of responsibilities in helping to run the business
Sales Assistant
Tile Market
Derry
10.1997 - 02.2001
- I worked as a sales assistant for this company
- I was involved in sales, stock control and deliveries
- I enjoyed working in this job in which was a very busy working environment
Conference and Banqueting Supervisor
King James Thistle Hotel
Edinburgh
03.1992 - 09.1997
- I worked for this hotel as a conference and banqueting supervisor
- This involved being in charge of a large team of up to forty staff
- This involved organising large banquets, conferences, weddings etc
- I enjoyed this working environment and was lucky to meet people from all over the world in this very tourist trade city
Skills
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Mental health literacy
- Compassionate attitude
- Basic life support training
- Compliance with safeguarding policies
- Motivational aptitude
- Ethical understanding
- Positive behaviour model
- Confidentiality adherence
- Patience under pressure
- Resilient personality
- Self-Harm prevention techniques
- Administration of medication
- Medication Administration
- Record-keeping
- Effective time management
Timeline
Assistant/support worker/ Team leader
Solis/MMC Children Services
05.2010 - 01.2022
GAA football coach
Derry City Council
02.2007 - 12.2009
Shop Owner
San Siro
02.2005 - 01.2007
Showroom Manager
Atlantis Bathrooms
03.2001 - 01.2005
Sales Assistant
Tile Market
10.1997 - 02.2001
Conference and Banqueting Supervisor
King James Thistle Hotel
03.1992 - 09.1997
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