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Sile Walsh

Cork ,Ireland

Summary

Compassionate and resilient practitioner with experience in helpline support, Non-Violent Resistance programmes, and stakeholder-facing roles. Skilled in brief, structured interventions, active listening, and rapid rapport-building within time-limited frameworks. Confident in managing sensitive conversations, assessing need and risk, and delivering calm, solution-focused support. Strong background in maintaining confidentiality, clear communication, and accurate documentation. Committed to supporting wellbeing and seeking to contribute to an EAP service in a remote counselling capacity.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Non-Violent Resistance Program Practitioner

Parentline
Remote, Ireland
2026.01 - Current
  • Facilitated structured NVR programmes supporting parents to manage child-to-parent violence and high-risk behaviours
  • Delivered psychoeducational sessions on de-escalation, boundary-setting, and non-violent communication strategies
  • Coached parents in applying NVR techniques, including presence, resistance to escalation, and reconciliation gestures
  • Conducted sessions with one or both parents remotely, adapting interventions to meet diverse family needs
  • Supported parents in developing safety plans and responding effectively to crisis situations
  • Promoted parental self-regulation and resilience through skills-based guidance and reflective practice
  • Monitored and evaluated client progress, adjusting support plans as needed
  • Adhered to safeguarding and child protection procedures, escalating concerns appropriately
  • Applied skills transferable to workplace settings, including conflict resolution, stress management, and brief therapeutic engagement

Parent & Relationship Mentor

Self-Employed
Carrigaline, Cork , Ireland
2025.04 - Current
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest psychological theories and practices.
  • Established effective rapport with diverse client population, creating a supportive environment.
  • Designed bespoke therapeutic interventions with patient's unique needs in mind.
  • Delivered empathetic support to clients by conducting individual sessions.
  • Built strong and trusting professional rapport to support client progress.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open communication.
  • Ensured ethical practices at all times adhering to counselling standards.
  • Referred clients to additional services when necessary, broadening support network.
  • Counselled diverse clients on mental health issues, addressing anxiety, depression, relationships, and domestic violence.

Parentline Phone Volunteer

Parentline
Dublin, Ireland
2025.04 - Current
  • Delivered confidential, client-centred emotional support to callers experiencing stress, family difficulties, and wellbeing concerns via a national helpline
  • Applied active listening, empathy, and structured communication techniques to de-escalate distress and support emotional regulation
  • Conducted initial needs assessments and identified key presenting issues within time-limited calls
  • Provided psychoeducational guidance on parenting, stress management, and coping strategies while maintaining professional boundaries
  • Signposted clients to appropriate external supports, including mental health and community services
  • Managed sensitive and high-risk calls in line with safeguarding and risk management protocols
  • Maintained accurate, GDPR-compliant call documentation and adhered to organisational standards
  • Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in a remote/phone-based support environment

Contract Support

CBRE GWS Ireland Ltd
Mahon, Cork , Ireland
2017.05 - 2025.04
  • Built and maintained strong, trust-based relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
  • Acted as a key point of contact for stakeholder concerns, applying active listening, empathy, and problem-solving to support effective resolution
  • Managed and resolved complex queries, using structured assessment and collaborative approaches to identify practical solutions
  • Monitored budget allocations and identified potential risks, demonstrating ethical awareness and accountability
  • Supported onboarding and engagement processes, building rapport and providing clear, supportive guidance to individuals
  • Communicated complex information clearly through reports and discussions, adapting style to suit different audiences

Key Transferable Skills: Communication, Brief Assessment, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intelligence, Problem-Solving

Office & Accounts Administrator

Iswari Ireland Ltd
Kinsale, Cork , Ireland
2014.05 - 2017.03
  • Served as a key point of contact for international clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
  • Managed sensitive financial and compliance documentation with strict adherence to confidentiality, ethical standards, and data protection requirements
  • Maintained professionalism and emotional regulation in high-pressure situations, applying clear boundaries and a calm, supportive approach

Key Transferable Skills: Active Listening, Conflict Resolution, Client Engagement, Time Management, Professional Boundaries, Resilience.

Fund Accountant

BNY Mellon
Wexford Town, County Wexford
2011.10 - 2014.04

Key Transferable Skills: Caseload Organisation, Team Collaboration, Pressure Management, Analytical thinking.

Custody Administrator/Acting Team Leader

CITCO Global Securities Services Ltd
Cork Airport Business Pk, Ireland
2007.10 - 2011.10

Key Transferable Skills: Leadership, Mentoring, Conflict Resolution, Attention to Detail, Accountability.

Clerical Officer, Veterinary Office

Cork County Council
Cork , Ireland
2006.06 - 2006.09

Key Transferable Skills: Ethical Practise, Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Empathy, Accurate Record Keeping.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Relationship Mentoring (Counselling)

University College Cork
Cork
2023.09 - 2025.04

Certificate of Higher Education - Interpersonal Communication

University College Cork
Cork
2022.09 - 2023.04

Bachelor Degree - Business Studies

Cork Institute of Technology
Cork
2003.09 - 2007.05

Skills

  • Identifying needs and related actions
  • Communication proficiency
  • Client-Centred approach
  • Non-Judgemental attitude
  • Parenting skills educator
  • Patience and calmness
  • 1-to-1 counselling

Accomplishments

· Participated in The Shona Projects pilot mentoring project in 2024/2025 to mentor a teenager during the school year to provide support where required.

· Reading and recording children's books for children who are experiencing anxiety (online)

Affiliations

  • Attending psychology talks
  • Travelling
  • Podcasts - Comedy & Educational
  • Voluntary work with local GAA club

Certification

Children First Child Protection Training, Barnardos, May 2025

Non-violent resistance program, New Authority Parenting, Nov 2025

Timeline

Non-Violent Resistance Program Practitioner

Parentline
2026.01 - Current

Parent & Relationship Mentor

Self-Employed
2025.04 - Current

Parentline Phone Volunteer

Parentline
2025.04 - Current

Higher National Diploma - Relationship Mentoring (Counselling)

University College Cork
2023.09 - 2025.04

Certificate of Higher Education - Interpersonal Communication

University College Cork
2022.09 - 2023.04

Contract Support

CBRE GWS Ireland Ltd
2017.05 - 2025.04

Office & Accounts Administrator

Iswari Ireland Ltd
2014.05 - 2017.03

Fund Accountant

BNY Mellon
2011.10 - 2014.04

Custody Administrator/Acting Team Leader

CITCO Global Securities Services Ltd
2007.10 - 2011.10

Clerical Officer, Veterinary Office

Cork County Council
2006.06 - 2006.09

Bachelor Degree - Business Studies

Cork Institute of Technology
2003.09 - 2007.05
Sile Walsh