Lindsay McClearn
Portumna, Co. Galway
Summary
Compassionate Social Care Worker bringing deep expertise in supporting individuals with complex needs. Skilled in developing personalised care plans, enhancing client well-being, and fostering strong relationships. Proven ability to manage challenging situations calmly and with empathy. Committed to promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion in all care activities. My background in customer service and community involvement has honed my ability to connect with individuals and make a positive impact in their lives. Skilled in effective communication and problem-solving. Caring professional with a focus on supporting individuals in daily activities, providing emotional support, and helping with personal care. Committed to ensuring safety and well-being, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with families and healthcare professionals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Care Worker
Ability West (Disability)
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitated nightly routines to minimise sleep disruptions.
- Promoted client independence while carrying out sensitive duties and personal care, such as showering and dressing.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, carefully monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Evaluated programme effectiveness by monitoring and reporting on client progress.
- Encouraged service users to be independent and active members of society.
- Provided a clean, hygienic environment for residents by performing routine cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Reported concerns to supervisors, suggesting corrective actions to maintain optimal client care.
- Offered guidance to clients on nutrition and exercise, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs in a residential and respite setting.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights into clients' care and progression.
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in completing daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
Social Care Support Worker
Youth Advocate Programme
06.2024 - Current
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining high standards.
- Facilitated social activities and outings, promoting community integration and enhancing clients' quality of life.
- Endeavour to promote the physical, emotional and mental well-being of clients.
- Advocated for YP's rights and needs, liaising with external agencies to access additional services and support.
- Prepared detailed reports and case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of YP's interactions.
- Adhere to all legal, regulatory, fiscal, and programme requirements established by law or regulations by third-party payers, other funding authorities, and YAP.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all YAP clients, their families, and other employees.
- Managing and organising my own diary.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
Project worker (Homeless Sector)
Midlands Simon Community/Sophia Housing
02.2024 - 02.2025
- To work directly with Service Users as part of a team.
- To provide a safe environment and service for people in need of emergency accommodation.
- To respond appropriately to the needs of Service Users, enabling them to maximise their potential, and move out of homelessness.
- Work from the Trauma-Informed Care model.
- Ensure the day-to-day operation of the service runs smoothly and in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Assess service user needs and operate a care planning system in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
- Building and maintaining trustful relationships.
- Facilitate service users to access local services such as medical, welfare, training, and leisure, and advocate on their behalf where appropriate.
- Diligently recorded incidents while managing problematic situations in a sensitive manner consistent with company guidelines.
- Executed administrative and financial tasks, following organisational guidelines.
Bakery/Deli Supervisor
Supervalu
Portumna, Co. Galway
09.2014 - 08.2024
- Ensuring the best quality and freshness of all goods and foods.
- Decorating cakes, pastries, baked breads, and tarts, and creating speciality desserts.
- Minimised cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Implementing and executing merchandising programmes to maintain and increase sales.
- Ordered products, received, and stocked required items for sale.
- Training of new staff members.
- Oversee food preparation, production, and presentation according to quality standards.
- Led team in preparing and presenting high-quality food items, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines.
Student college placement
Tusla Child and Family Agency Midlands
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Identify the needs and strengths of individual children and young people, and work in partnership with them, their parents/guardians, and other practitioners to meet their needs, know their rights, and achieve desired outcomes.
- To support the implementation of child plans, such as children in care plans, child protection plans, social work-led family support plans, Meitheal support plans, and implement and practise Signs of Safety.
- To support children and young people in their homes or alternative care, and promote reunification or permanency planning, as appropriate.
- To promote the rights and responsibilities of each person within the service setting, fostering a culture where YP are treated with dignity and respect.
- Working as part of a team.
- Advocate on behalf of the service user.
- To build and maintain contact between children in care and their families.
- To support children and families in building positive relationships, and developing tools and coping skills that they can use to maintain relationships within the home.
- Record case notes and submit reports as required.
- Assisting with supervised visits.
Sign out Youth Project
Youth Project
Portumna
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Providing a safe and supportive environment for young people within their community.
- Engaging families in activities.
- Overseeing and creating youth activities within the project.
- Encouraging youth involvement in community participation.
- Providing support and information to vulnerable young people and families.
- Working with a voluntary committee to present research and programmes that would benefit the project.
- Ensuring all policies were reviewed in line with Children's First guidelines.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Social Studies
Technological University On the Shannon (TUS)
Athlone, Co Westmeath 2024
Second level Education
Portumna Community School
Galway 2001
Online Courses
Skills
- Team player
- Time Management
- Good communicator and listener
- Organised and committed
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Strong people skills
- Adaptable
- Work on my own initiative
- Non-judgemental
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing sports eg. Camogie
- Currently manager of Under 15 & 16 Portumna camogie team
- Participating in fundraising events
- Supporting local initiatives in the school
- Swimming in the River Shannon
- Running/Cycling
- Gym
Education
other,other,other
References
- Yvonne O' Meara, Manager, Supervalu, 0872798582
- Elizabeth Fogarty, Supervisor, Tusla Child and Family Agency, 0879006003
- Emma Keane, Manager, Midlands Simon Community, 0874698012
- Darina McDonagh, Manager, Ability West, 0873494743
Timeline
Social Care Worker
Ability West (Disability)
10.2024 - Current
Social Care Support Worker
Youth Advocate Programme
06.2024 - Current
Project worker (Homeless Sector)
Midlands Simon Community/Sophia Housing
02.2024 - 02.2025
Student college placement
Tusla Child and Family Agency Midlands
08.2023 - 11.2023
Sign out Youth Project
Youth Project
10.2018 - 10.2019
Bakery/Deli Supervisor
Supervalu
09.2014 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Social Studies
Technological University On the Shannon (TUS)
Second level Education
Portumna Community School
Online Courses
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