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HARSHADA NAIDU

Chester,Cheshire

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong team management and leadership background. Determined to work with urgency to anticipate the needs of senior-level executives. Adaptable Mental Health Support Worker with experience in recovery-oriented service planning and management. Demonstrates superior communication skills and expertise in administering medication, de-escalation practices, and behavioural observation. Proficient in documentation management and maintaining patient confidentiality, with a solid command of Microsoft Office. Committed to community engagement and enhancing the well-being of individuals through effective management and support.

Overview

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

Work History

Acting Deputy Manager

Independent Supported Living (ISL)
CHESTER, Cheshire
11.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations for smooth running of the office.
  • Quickly adapted to challenges and changes in policies, procedures, and service demands while maintaining high standards.
  • Led the transition from paper-based to digital records, enhancing efficiency and compliance.
  • Ensured service met health, safety, and quality standards while maintaining compliance.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution amongst employees, promoting a harmonious work environment.
  • Boosted team morale through effective communication and feedback systems.
  • Supervised team members for optimal task completion.
  • Managed petty cash and service budgets, ensuring accurate financial records and cost control.
  • Conducted weekly and monthly medication audits, ensuring accuracy, adherence to new policies, and reducing errors.
  • Facilitated staff meetings, leading to improved collaboration
  • Promoted mental health wellbeing by conducting regular one-to-one support sessions.
  • Supported manager with administrative tasks to improve service delivery.
  • Overseeing communal activities to promote engagement, inclusivity, and well-being for service users
  • Collaborated with the HR department and assisted the manager in recruiting skilled staff for optimal performance.
  • Acted as the first point of contact for complaints and safeguarding concerns, resolving issues, and escalating when necessary.
  • Updated support plans, conducted risk assessments, and ensured person-centred care.
  • Applied HR policies include performance management, appraisals, absence management, and staff capability assessments.
  • Supported new staff members through structured inductions, ensuring a smooth transition and ISL policy adherence.
  • Balanced competing priorities to ensure efficient workload distribution and effective service planning.
  • Built strong relationships with colleagues, external agencies, and stakeholders to enhance service outcomes.
  • Successfully Completed Deputy Competency assessment
  • Created and managed weekly staff rotas, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and fair distribution of hours.
  • Managed the service in the absence of the Service Manager, ensuring continuity, compliance, and smooth operations

Mental Health Support Worker

Independent Supported living (ISL)
Chester, Cheshire
07.2022 - 11.2024

Company Overview: Chester Crisis: Cheshire West and Chester

  • Provided timely intake, assessment and appropriate intervention to clients experiencing crises.
  • Administered medications and supported patients to understand the changes in medications.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal and treatment-related goals.
  • Maintained case notes in file for traceability and compliance purposes.
  • Assessed competence and knowledge base gaps, proactively organising and completing relevant training for continued professional development.
  • Liaised with practitioners and allied health professionals to provide practical support and follow-up to clients.
  • Maintained confidentiality of clients' information
  • Assessed client's mental health in detail to establish treatment options and develop treatment plans.
  • Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement.
  • Counselled clients through difficult times using approved and compassionate strategies.
  • Attended to the client's current struggles to signpost relevant support.
  • Successfully empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities, such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Determined ongoing patient safety, promptly reporting concerns about abuse or safeguarding issues to care managers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging situations.
  • Observed and evaluated patients to detect changes in behaviour or abnormalities.
  • Documented accurate and updated caseload records and reports to streamline the process.
  • Assessed client's mental health in detail to establish treatment options and develop treatment plans.



Complex care Assistant | Recovery Worker | Healthcare Assistant

Alcedo care | Jane Lewis
Chester, Cheshire
11.2019 - 07.2022
  • Delivered quality healthcare and recovery services during COVID-19 in haematology, post-surgery, and rehabilitation wards in Countess of Chester hospital
  • Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement
  • Completed all tasks assigned by qualified staff nurses in line with set standards and policies
  • Facilitated patients by measuring body temperature/blood pressure, preparing/serving meals, assisting with personal care, and participating in recreational activities
  • Updated and maintained patient progress records for future reference and decision-making process
  • Cared for the elderly and patients with special needs to provide a happy and comfortable life
  • Commended by supervisor for exceptional focus on companionship and homemaking
  • Led fun/interactive activity workshop in residents' lounge under professional supervision
  • Listened to clients' current struggles to signpost relevant support
  • Counselled clients through difficult times using approved and compassionate strategies
  • Increased mobility level of clients by 30% by reorganizing their rooms
  • Supported clients with rehabilitation and socialisation in community settings
  • Liaised with external and internal professionals to provide holistic support
  • Identified key client's need to develop targeted support programs
  • Collaborated with external support providers to maintain good care continuity

Education

Master of Science - Public Health

University of Chester
09.2019 - 10.2020

Master of Business Administration - Health & Hospital Management

D.Y. Patil University
Navi Mumbai, India
08.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

D. G. Ruparel College
Mumbai, India
07.2011 - 02.2014

Skills

  • Team management
  • Administering medication
  • De-escalation practises
  • Superior communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Safeguarding vulnerable adults
  • Documentation management
  • Community engagement
  • Behavioural observation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Acting Deputy Manager

Independent Supported Living (ISL)
11.2024 - Current

Mental Health Support Worker

Independent Supported living (ISL)
07.2022 - 11.2024

Complex care Assistant | Recovery Worker | Healthcare Assistant

Alcedo care | Jane Lewis
11.2019 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Public Health

University of Chester
09.2019 - 10.2020

Master of Business Administration - Health & Hospital Management

D.Y. Patil University
08.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

D. G. Ruparel College
07.2011 - 02.2014
HARSHADA NAIDU