Liana Laurentiu

Compassionate and dedicated Support Worker with over six years of experience supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs within community and supported living settings. Skilled in delivering person-centred care, promoting independence, managing challenging behaviours, and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Passionate about supporting individuals to improve their wellbeing, confidence, and quality of life while maintaining dignity, respect, and safeguarding standards.

Support Worker - Ignite Pathways - Worcester, United Kingdom

(2026-03)

• Supported young people aged 16–18 with complex needs, including mental health difficulties, substance misuse, and histories of trauma, to develop skills for independent living
• Built trusting, professional relationships with vulnerable young people, using a trauma-informed and person-centred approach
• Supported individuals experiencing emotional distress, applying de-escalation techniques and promoting emotional regulation strategies
• Contributed to risk management and safeguarding processes, maintaining a strong awareness of risks associated with self-harm and vulnerability
• Delivered practical life-skills support, including budgeting, daily living skills, and developing healthy routines in preparation for independent adulthood
• Worked collaboratively with external professionals and services to ensure consistent, holistic support
• Maintained accurate records and contributed to support planning in line with organisational and safeguarding standards

Advanced Support Worker - Community Integrated Care - Worcester, United Kingdom

(2024-02 - 2026-03)

• Provided one-on-one support for adults with autism spectrum disorder, genetic conditions, and mental health challenges in the community.
• Implemented person-centred care plans, ensuring that interventions are tailored to individual needs and goals.
• Applied positive behaviour support (PBS) strategies to reduce challenging behaviours and promote independence.
• Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical psychologists and therapists, to ensure holistic care.
• Maintained accurate documentation and contributed to psychological assessments and care reviews.

Support Worker - NewCross - Worcester, United Kingdom

(2022-09)

• Supported individuals with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions in residential settings.
• Assisted with daily living activities, personal care, and therapeutic activities to improve quality of life.
• Developed communication strategies to support individuals with diverse needs.

Healthcare Assistant - NursePlus - Worcester, United Kingdom

(2022-01 - 2022-09)

• Worked across various services, supporting clients with mental health conditions, dementia, and acquired brain injuries.
• Delivered compassionate care in fast-paced environments, adapting quickly to meet each client’s unique needs.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide holistic support

Support Worker - Sense - Great Malvern, United Kingdom

(2019-10 - 2021-12)

• Provided 1-to-1 daily support for young adults with learning difficulties and multi-sensory impairments with interpersonal and life skills: outdoor pursuits, arts & crafts workshops, sensory wellbeing activities, alongside studying full-time for my bachelor’s degree.
• Supervised a team of six staff providing support to individuals with deafblindness and complex needs.
• Coordinated staff schedules and ensured the delivery of high-quality care.

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology - University of Worcester (2017 - 2020)