Michelle McWeeney
Ardee,Ireland
Summary
Newly qualified Social Worker offering strong organisational skills, patience, and caring nature. Knowledgeable about child development and safety protocols. Ready to use and develop communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills in a professional social care role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Childminder
Lesha Brennan
Haggardstown, Dundalk, Ireland
2024.09 - 2025.03
- Coordinated play dates, fostering socialisation skills amongst peers.
- Assisted with homework to enhance academic performance.
- Facilitated personal development by allowing choices within boundaries.
- Promoted good behaviour with consistent discipline techniques.
Server
Irish Film Institute
Dublin, Ireland
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Communicated effectively with chefs to accommodate special requests or allergies in meals served.
- Provided recommendations on drink pairings for optimal taste profiles.
- Upheld friendly demeanour whilst managing multiple tables simultaneously.
- Entered orders into system promptly, reducing wait time for meals.
Student Social Worker
CAMHS
Ballymun
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Liaised with external agencies for effective multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Advocated for client rights in various settings, strengthening their voice in decision making processes.
- Assessed patient needs through thorough interviews, ensuring most suitable intervention strategies were applied.
- Enhanced wellbeing of children by facilitating group therapy sessions.
- Developed care plans tailored to individual's needs, promoting personal growth.
- Facilitated family meetings to resolve conflicts and improve communication channels.
Student Social Worker
Tusla Child and Family Agency
Parkview, Dublin 7, Ireland
2022.09 - 2022.12
- Conducted home visits for assessing family dynamics and needs.
- Improved safety standards with proper documentation of case files.
- Managed heavy caseloads whilst maintaining high quality service delivery standards.
- Conducted regular follow-ups on cases, ensuring ongoing support was provided as necessary.
- Ensured client satisfaction, maintaining inventory of local community resources and linking with appropriate support services.
- Collaborated with care professionals to develop unique treatment plans tailored to individual client concerns.
Relief Social Care Worker
Peter McVerry Trust
Dublin
2022.08 - 2022.12
- Established rapport with young people for better communication and understanding.
- Improved client quality of life by providing compassionate and professional care.
- Ensured safety regulations were met for the well-being of young people.
- Assisted in daily tasks, improving client independence and confidence.
- Handled emergencies calmly and efficiently, minimising potential risks to young people's health.
Waitress
101 Talbot Restaurant
2022.05 - 2022.09
- Ensured smooth restaurant operation by effectively managing reservations system.
- Maintained clean and organised dining area for customer comfort.
- Optimised workflow in busy periods through successful coordination with the kitchen staff.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
Youth Leader Placement Experience
The Aisling Project
Ballymun
2022.05 - 2022.07
- Fostered a positive environment by implementing creative activities for young people.
- Collaborated effectively with other staff members for seamless event execution.
- Worked closely with parents, helping to address individual needs of their children.
- Encouraged active participation in local events, fostering community spirit.
Catering assistant
Supermacs Carrickmacross
Carrickmacross, County Monaghan
2021.05 - 2022.05
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery for produce, contributing towards effective operations within the kitchen.
- Implemented and reviewed hygiene protocols with management throughout daily duties ensuring safe food handling.
- Set up dining areas for special events, improving the overall ambiance.
- Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing queries and complaints.
Education
Bachelor of Social Studies - Social Work
Trinity College Dublin
2020.09 - 2024.06
Skills
- Efficient time management
- Substance misuse understanding
- Psychosocial treatments proficiency
- Physical assistance techniques
- Non-Violent physical interventions
- Discharge planning capability
- Problem behaviour analysis
- Therapeutic interaction
- Multidisciplinary coordination
- Case Management
- Social counselling
- Complex needs support
- Health and Safety regulations
- Residential facilities housekeeping
Certification
Medication Management Training Certified
Full Clean Driving license
Affiliations
- Yoga
- Mindfulness
- Reading
- Film
- Volunteering
- Travel
Accomplishments
Received award for best best community project in 2022 academic year of studies.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childminder
Lesha Brennan
2024.09 - 2025.03
Server
Irish Film Institute
2023.09 - 2023.12
Student Social Worker
CAMHS
2023.09 - 2023.12
Student Social Worker
Tusla Child and Family Agency
2022.09 - 2022.12
Relief Social Care Worker
Peter McVerry Trust
2022.08 - 2022.12
Waitress
101 Talbot Restaurant
2022.05 - 2022.09
Youth Leader Placement Experience
The Aisling Project
2022.05 - 2022.07
Catering assistant
Supermacs Carrickmacross
2021.05 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Social Studies - Social Work
Trinity College Dublin
2020.09 - 2024.06