AZEEZ ADEBAYO

Support Worker and Team Leader with extensive experience in health and social care across diverse settings. Expertise in person-centred support, crisis intervention, and safeguarding, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to promote independence and wellbeing for individuals with unique support needs through effective care planning and collaboration.

[email protected] Athlone, Ireland N37 KD88
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Work Experience
Support Worker / Keyworker / Team Leader
Nau Healthcare - Ireland
Feb 2025 — Present
  • Deliver high-quality person-centered support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism and complex support needs within a residential setting
  • Coordinate and review personal plans, goals, and support strategies as Keyworker, aligning with residents' needs and stakeholder input
  • Lead regular key working meetings and ensure actions identified are implemented and reviewed on schedule
  • Promote independence through the development of daily living skills including cooking, budgeting, personal care, and active community participation
  • Support residents to access healthcare appointments, education, employment opportunities and social activities within their local communities
  • Administer, record and monitor medication in full accordance with organizational policies, clinical guidelines and best practice standards
  • Complete and review risk assessments and behavior support plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and tailored support for individuals
  • Maintain accurate, confidential records and reports in compliance with HIQA standards, GDPR requirements, and internal policies
  • Liaise effectively with families, advocates, clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic, coordinated care
  • Facilitate residents' meetings, fostering active participation in decision-making processes to enhance resident empowerment and choice
  • Lead shifts to ensure effective staff coordination and care continuity as Team Leader, ensuring effective delegation, staff guidance, clear communication and continuity of care
  • Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive environment that fully respects dignity, choice, rights, and individual preferences
  • Support compliance with safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety and quality assurance standards
  • Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous service improvement initiatives
Career Break & Professional Development
Mullingar, Ireland
Jan 2024 — Feb 2025
  • Took a planned break to provide dedicated support and care for family members
  • Completed additional healthcare training and upskilling courses to enhance professional knowledge and practice in social care
Support Worker
Dynacare - Ireland
Feb 2022 — Dec 2023
  • Provided person-centered support to individuals with mental health needs, prioritizing dignity, choice, independence, and overall wellbeing
  • Assessed individuals' social, emotional, and psychological needs, and contributed to the development and implementation of individual support plans
  • Supported residents in identifying personal goals and developing practical strategies to achieve positive outcomes
  • Assisted individuals in accessing community resources, healthcare services, educational opportunities and social activities
  • Conducted home visits to assess support needs and ensure a safe and suitable living environment
  • Supported individuals with daily living activities, helping to build confidence, independence and essential life skills
  • Delivered emotional support, crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies to individuals experiencing psychological distress
  • Monitored client progress and maintained accurate, confidential records in line with organisational policies and GDPR requirements
  • Worked collaboratively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective support and care
  • Facilitated community engagement and social inclusion opportunities to reduce isolation and improve quality of life
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions and recovery-focused approaches to support individual development and wellbeing
  • Assisted clients with attending appointments, accessing services and participating in recreational and social activities
  • Participated in team meetings, case reviews and support planning processes to ensure continuity and quality of care
  • Promoted safeguarding, health and safety and best practice standards at all times
Support Worker
Ajoke Clinic and Maternity - Nigeria
Feb 2019 — Oct 2022
  • Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilisation to patients in psychological distress
  • Provided clients with clear recommendations and guidance on accessing community resources
  • Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters gathered through interviews and standardised assessments
  • Revised individual treatment plans for clients with mental health concerns to achieve the best possible outcomes
  • Monitored client progress and provided regular feedback to families and the wider treatment team
  • Developed and implemented structured activities to help clients build social skills and independent living abilities
  • Provided case management services to monitor and support client access to essential resources and services
  • Implemented crisis intervention plans to protect client safety and minimise risk
  • Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and deliver integrated client services
  • Worked alongside mental health professionals to design and implement comprehensive care plans
  • Engaged with family members to develop support networks and teach coping techniques tailored to individual client needs
STUDENT / VOCATIONAL TRAINING
Western Naval Dock yardLagos Nigeria
Apr 2003 — Jan 2019
  • Balanced academic responsibilities with practical vocational training at Western Naval Dockyard, managing time effectively across both areas.
  • Collaborated with peers and technical staff to develop solutions to practical and educational challenges.
  • Applied classroom learning to hands-on tasks and real-world operations at the dockyard.
  • Took part in career fairs, educational lectures, technical workshops, and dockyard training events.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow students and new trainees on academic topics and practical tasks.
  • Met regularly with academic advisors and dockyard supervisors to ensure progress toward all goals.
  • Adapted smoothly to different learning environments — in-person, remote, and the professional dockyard setting.
  • Followed strict safety standards, discipline, and teamwork requirements throughout training at Western Naval Dockyard.
Skills
Person-centred Care PlanningDaily Living Skills DevelopmentKey WorkingCaseload ManagementMultidisciplinary Team LiaisonMedication AdministrationSafeguardingHIQA ComplianceGDPRRisk AssessmentBehaviour SupportCrisis InterventionDe-escalationShift LeadershipTeam CoordinationMental Health SupportAutism SupportCommunity EngagementSocial Inclusion
Education
Diploma in Engineering, Marine Engineering
LWETB Gary Castle Athlone - Athlone Co Westmeath
Credentials
QQI Level 5 Awards

Care Support, Human Growth and Development, Care Skills, Work Experience, Communication, Health and Safety, Care of the Older Person, Nursing Theory and Practice

PHECC First Aid Responder (FAR)
MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) Training
Children First & Child Safety Awareness
Autism Awareness
Manual Handling
Continence Awareness
Hidden Harm: The Impact of Parental Alcohol and Drug Use
Food Safety & Hygiene
Working in Partnership with Parents
Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training
Fundamentals of GDPR
Hobbies
Football
Reading
Drawing
Driving
Eligibility
Full eligibility to work in Ireland
Full Irish Automatic Driving License
References available upon request.
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