Margaret Finnegan

Volunteer Counselling - Emerge Counselling services - Lisburn, ANTRIM

(2024-07)

Supporting clients' specific requirements and presenting challenges.
Engaging and coordinating with professionals concerning safeguarding and referrals.
Guaranteed services complied with organisational policies.
Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in immediate distress, stabilising situations with composure and understanding.
Engaged in supervision sessions and peer support groups, reflecting on practice, and pursuing feedback for professional development.
Guided clients in establishing realistic goals and formulating action plans that foster personal growth and enhance self-efficacy.
Cultivated strong client relationships through a supportive, proactive, and friendly approach.
Delivered emotional support and guidance to individuals encountering mental health challenges, cultivating a secure and nurturing atmosphere.

Lead volunteer support group - Autism NI - Belfast

(2020-01 - 2024-06)

Established partnerships with local businesses and organisations to secure donations and support for volunteer efforts.
Referred clients to various community resources for additional support with housing, transport or childcare.
Organised assistance through direct or outside referrals to help clients through ongoing or crisis situations.
Assessed community needs and aligned volunteer skills with appropriate tasks, maximising impact on projects.
Advocated for clients or client groups to community and lobbied for changes.
Provided emotional support and guidance to volunteers, fostering a positive and supportive team atmosphere.

Volunteer counselling Placement - Lighthouse suicide charity - Belfast

(2022-12 - 2032-07)

Presented clients with alternative approaches to resolving identified problems using positive coping skills and methods.
Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of the latest therapeutic techniques and best practices in counselling.
Monitored clients' progress throughout the therapeutic process, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
Conducted risk assessments to identify clients at risk of harm to themselves or others, taking appropriate action to mitigate these risks.
Maintained confidential records of therapy sessions, client progress, and any relevant communications in adherence to professional standards and regulations.
Applied a range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy CBT and person-centred therapy, adapting to clients' individual needs.

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