I am a patient and empathetic person with 14 years dedicated experience in the care sector. Beginning as a mother's help in my teens, my natural inclinations to care and support led me to pursue a career in this field and develop comprehensive expertise across diverse settings. Having recently arrived in Belgium, I am seeking opportunities in both Belgium and Luxembourg (with a preference for Luxembourg) and am currently developing my French and Spanish language skills, though I would presently consider myself fluent only in English. My background spans domiciliary care for elderly clients and young people with complex additional needs—including clinical, behavioral, psychological, and physical requirements—as well as residential support at specialist schools for children with autism and hospital environments.
I hold qualifications in basic first aid, medication management, epilepsy awareness, emergency medication administration, de-escalation techniques, and autism awareness, complemented by regular mandatory UK healthcare training completed annually over the past decade. My crisis management skills have been both used and developed across family homes, specialist schools, and hospital settings. While I hold a full driving license, I am equally comfortable using public transport and alternative arrangements.
Throughout all my roles, I have liaised with various medical professionals, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent, coordinated care and appointment management. I have served as Activities Lead during COVID, structuring daily routines and coordinating handovers between team members to maintain consistent care standards. I have also held specialist champion roles including Dementia Champion and De-conditioning Champion in previous positions, reflecting my commitment to evidence-based practice.
Beyond my deep passion for helping others achieve their full potential and independence, I bring excellent organizational skills, meticulous record-keeping abilities, and hands-on experience with physiotherapy aids and assistive equipment. I'm proficient in non-verbal communication methods including Makaton and AAC devices, and experienced in meal preparation for various dietary requirements, including texture-modified diets from Level 4 (pureed) through to Level 7 (regular), with food hygiene certification.
My extensive experience working within family homes has taught me to integrate seamlessly into any household dynamic while maintaining complete discretion and confidentiality. My roles have consistently included household management, cleaning, and organization. I've provided comprehensive family support, including caring for multiple siblings and pets during family absences. Additionally, I have experience caring for pets in home environments and have worked at a doggy day care center, making me well-equipped for roles involving pet care responsibilities.
I am reliable, punctual, and genuinely enjoy working with children and families—I often find myself naturally gravitating to the kids' table at social functions! I am always eager and enthusiastic about pursuing additional formal qualifications, as my desire to remain in hands-on care roles has provided invaluable practical experience but limited opportunities for formal credentials.
I understand that every family is unique, and I pride myself on adapting my approach to complement your existing routines while providing reliable, compassionate support. Excellent references available upon request.