Jessica Joseph

Highly skilled and dedicated Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) with a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Health and practical experience supporting patients within mental health, hospital, and community settings. Skilled in assisting with nutritional care, meal service, food safety, patient support, and multidisciplinary working. Experienced in monitoring patient well-being, maintaining accurate records, and supporting individuals with diverse physical and mental health needs.

Currently gaining specialist dietetic experience within an eating disorders service through a dietetic volunteer placement. Highly organised, empathetic, and committed to delivering patient-centred care while promoting nutritional well-being and positive health outcomes.

Dietetic Volunteer (Eating Disorders Service) - Cygnet Mental Health Hospital - London

(2025-09)

• Assisting dietitian within a specialist eating disorders service.
• Observe nutritional assessments and patient reviews.
• Support meal supervision and patient engagement during mealtimes.
• Gain practical understanding of nutritional rehabilitation and recovery.
• Attend multidisciplinary discussions to understand integrated patient care.
• Develop knowledge of therapeutic diets and evidence-based dietetic practice.
• Maintain professional standards, confidentiality, and safeguarding requirements.

Mental Health Support Worker - Cygnet Mental Health Hospital - London

(2025-06)

• Support patients with daily living activities, well-being, and recovery goals.
• Assist individuals during meals and encourage adequate nutritional intake.
• Monitor food and fluid consumption and report concerns to clinical staff.
• Record observations accurately and maintain patient documentation.
• Work closely with nurses and other members of the MDT.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and person-centred environment.
• Support patients with emotional well-being and behavioural management strategies.

Mental Health Support Worker - Staff Support Agency - London

(2023-08 - 2025-05)

• Delivered person-centred care to individuals with complex physical and mental health needs.
• Supported meal preparation and healthy eating practices.
• Assisted service users with activities of daily living while promoting independence.
• Maintained accurate records and contributed to care planning.
• Escalated safeguarding concerns appropriately and followed organisational policies.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support holistic care delivery.

Lunch Club Assistant (Volunteer) - Queen Mary's Hospital - London

(2024-03 - 2026-02)

• Assisted with meal preparation, serving, and distribution.
• Ensured food hygiene and infection control standards were maintained.
• Supported individuals with dietary needs during meal service.
• Encouraged social interaction and reduced isolation among attendees.
• Worked collaboratively with staff and volunteers to deliver well-being initiatives.
• Maintained a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Warehouse Operative - Oscar Mayer via Staff line

(2022-06 - 2023-07)

• Handled food products in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Maintained high hygiene standards within food production environments.
• Supported quality assurance and compliance procedures.
• Worked efficiently within a fast-paced team environment.

BSc (Hons) - Nutrition and Health - University of Roehampton (2022 - 2025)