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Lucy Murphy

Summary

I am a qualified Social Care worker who is enthusiastic , self motivated, reliable and responsible. I have experience in social care working with people experiencing homelessness, young people in care and young people at risk in their communities. I am a keen learner and i am dedicated to providing unwavering support to vulnerable individuals in society.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

SOCIAL CARE WORKER

Peter McVerry Trust U18s residential services
Dublin, Ireland
01.2021 - 11.2024
  • Formed trusting relationships with children, working flexibly to adapt to changing and challenging individual needs.
  • Stayed informed of current legal, professional and administrative practices related to residential childcare.
  • Reacted to changing social, emotional and mental health needs of each young person and provided/sought relevant support.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for enhanced emotional well-being.
  • Worked efficiantly as part of a staff team through completing daily handovers and paperwork and weekly team meetings to maintain continuity of care for the young people on a day to day basis.
  • Provided 1:1 support, guiding young people in addressing past and present difficulties and working on identified goals through keyworking sessions in line with individual care plans.
  • Maintained a clean and safe living space through regular cleaning duties.


SOCIAL CARE WORKER

Peter Mc Verry Trust
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Ensured to maintain a safe and healthy living environment through adherence to safety and security protocols
  • Maintained residents' details and documentation and provided written reports to management.
  • Liaised with the appropriate staff in accessing move-on accommodation for residents.
  • Assisted residents with casework and Individual Personal Plans.
  • Ensured that residents were fully informed about all entitlements.
  • Communicated relevant information to residents assisted with referral to resources and supports.
  • Safeguarded client information with strict adherence to privacy and data security policies.
  • Reported on case progress, updates and interventions in alignment with regulatory standards.
  • Responded calmly to manage crises and emergency situations.
  • Offered emotional support and active listening to families, easing their stress during difficult times.

YOUTH WORKER/ GARDA YOUTH DIVERSION

Foróige
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Built and maintained meaningful trusting professional relationships with young people and their families in the community.
  • Approached young peoples challenges with empathy and mentored individuals in critical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Supported young people in realising aspirations and potential through personal and group mentoring.
  • Assisted young individuals in building life skills through various interactive activities and discussions.
  • Worked as part of outreach programmes to bridge gaps between young people and their communities.
  • Applied for grant funding to improve activities and services for young people.
  • Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals to optimise support plans for marganilised young people.

Education

BACHELORS OF APPLIED - SOCIAL CARE

Technological University Dublin
01.2019 - 01.2023

Skills

  • Person Centred Approach
  • Strong Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Interdisciplinary Work
  • Crisis Management
  • Creativity
  • Computer Literacy
  • Problem Solving
  • Risk Management
  • Self-motivation
  • Health and Safety regulations
  • Autism spectrum awareness

Timeline

SOCIAL CARE WORKER

Peter McVerry Trust U18s residential services
01.2021 - 11.2024

SOCIAL CARE WORKER

Peter Mc Verry Trust
01.2021 - 01.2024

YOUTH WORKER/ GARDA YOUTH DIVERSION

Foróige
01.2020 - 01.2021

BACHELORS OF APPLIED - SOCIAL CARE

Technological University Dublin
01.2019 - 01.2023
Lucy Murphy