Radhika Menon

My experience involves working as a healthcare assistant in an acute adult mental health ward where I supported adults with severe mental health conditions. • Conducted weekly one-to-one sessions to address service users' needs. • Helped manage crisis situations and provided emotional support, effectively using de-escalation techniques. • Enhanced written and verbal communication through detailed documentation and team collaboration. • Provided support to service users with learning disabilities and autism, adapting approaches to meet their individual needs. • Shadowed the clinical psychologist during one-on-one therapy sessions on the ward. Gained knowledge of formulation techniques and therapeutic interventions used in acute settings. • Actively took part in CPD programs, completing trainings like Introduction to CBT, Working with behaviours of concern and Co-occurring mental health, alcohol and drugs training. I have also worked as a Community Support Worker: Conducted risk assessments and collaboratively developed tailored support plans. • Provided emotional and practical support to individuals with complex mental health needs, including schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. • Assisted service users in their transition to community living. • Supported individuals with substance misuse issues, including alcohol dependency. • Facilitated confidence-building activities for socially isolated service users. • Maintained accurate case notes, risk assessments, and progress reports. • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care. • Applied motivational interviewing and CBT techniques to support recovery and goal-setting.