CURRICULUM VITAE Deborah Dixon - DOB 01/06/1965

Residential Care Manager - Ferringham House Residential Home.

Email: djdixon65@outlook.com

Mob: 07784051970

I am a well-presented, mature woman, with lots of energy. I have vast experience working in Health & Social Care. I have experience working with individuals that are living with dementia and supporting their families. I have also supported individuals living with Mental Health issues, such as Bi-Polar, schizophrenia & Epilepsy.I have the ability to inspire my staff and lead by example.I am a leader of professional practice in person-centered care and support.I am a protector of resident safety and rights.I have the ability to manage and negotiate a budget and maintain accurate records.I am up to-date with CQC requirements and all Adult Social Services documentation.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Residential Care ManagerFerringham House Residential Home - October 2015 to Present

I take responsibility as manager to manage all aspects in the day-to-day running of the care home. Promoting a caring environment which provides residents with a high standard of specialist personal care, meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity and rights to privacy, independence and choices are met. To supervise, monitor and evaluate the care delivered to resident's, checking legal requirements are met along with the high levels expected within the care home.I have experience of working with CQC and Adult Social Care Services.I have hired new staff within the home and have conducted disciplines, supervisions and appraisals.I have marketed the home and have brought in new residents.I have created the opportunity for my residents to contribute to the local community and access local services. I am used to fundraising, negotiating contracts and working within the homes budget.

Deputy ManagerMount Hermon Dementia Care Home - May 2015 to October 2015

I worked alongside the manager, assisting her with the day-to-day running of the care home. I would oversee the running of the care home in her absence. I regularly assessed prospective clients. Meeting their families and negotiated fees. I have been involved with fundraising and working within the homes budget. Making good use of resources available.

Duty ManagerSaxon Court - Brighton - April 2015 to May 2015

Saxon RoadKingsway

HoveBrightonBN3 4ND

Activities Coordinator/Team Leader/Home TrainerKingsland House Care Home. Shoreham by Sea - April 2008 to April 2015

To provide a wide range of activities to interest and stimulate the physical and mental state and well-being of the residents. To understand the need of promoting the philosophy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfillment for all residents. Therefore, treating everyone with respect. Within the home, the post of Activities Coordinator is to motivate and guide the care staff in the homes activity program, under the direction of the Home Manager.I also manage work Rota's and allocate the care staff & nurses across the home.I deliver training, to all staff within the home, on infection control and dementia.

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS.NVQ3 in Health and Social CareNVQ2 in Health and Social CareLevel 2, Supporting Activity Provision in Social CareASET Level 2 in Dementia Care'Being A Star' Certificate, with David SheardCity & Guilds - Trainer Skills 7300Key Skills level 2 - Literature and NumeracyMentoring & Coaching skills Leadership skills.Presentation skills.First Aider & CPR trained.Familiarity with accreditation standards and compliance requirements.Familiarity with MCA and with DOLS & The Duty of CandourAbility to establish and maintain professional working relationships.Excellent communication (verbal and non-verbal), organisational and interpersonal skills.I have extensive knowledge in building and developing teams.

Telesales ExecutiveCounty Autocall - Hove - February 2008 to April 2008

Hove, BrightonBusiness 2 Business calls (outbound)

Health Care AssistantKingsland House Care Home - Shoreham by Sea - September 2005 to February 2008

Taking care of the residents and helping them with basic needs.Assisting residents to bed.Updating individuals care plans.Assisting the nurse-in-charge.Setting the dinning room, ready for breakfast.Cleaning all moving and handling equipment.Distributing the residents personal laundry.Answering residents call bells.Reassuring and comforting those residents who do not sleep well.Handing over any information, about the residents, to the day carers.

Being able to take care of the elderly. Being able to work on own or with a team. Being discrete and professional. Being flexible and organised. Being physically fit and having stamina. Being respectful and friendly. Having empathy. Understanding health and safety guidelines.

Dental NurseWindmill Dental Practice - Southwick - June 2003 to September 2005

Assisting the dentist with all aspects of dental work.Assisting and advising patients on oral hygiene

Passing instruments to the dentist.Removing water and saliva from the patients mouth during treatment.Preparing materials, for example, to make fillings.Making sure that the patient is as relaxed as possible.Tidy and prepare the dental surgery.Sterilise instruments.Keep areas in the surgery sterile.Assist the dentist to record information about the patient.Carry out stock control.

Dental NurseBrighton Dental Centre - Brighton - January 1999 to June 2003

BrightonAssist the dentist with all aspects of dental work.

Bar PersonVarious Public Houses - Eastbourne - January 1996 to January 1999

To deliver friendly, efficient customer service and to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With the key aim of retaining customers and attracting new ones.

Deliver excellent customer service.Serve and present beverages, quickly and efficiently.Assist in keeping the bar area, front of the house and toilets clean and tidy.Keep up to date with current promotions and new products.Make customers aware of offers on meals and drinks.Adhere to companies policies and procedures and licensing laws.Carry out instructions given by the management.

EDUCATION

Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College - Brighton and HoveJanuary 2000 to June 2000

OATHALL COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL – LINDFIELD, HAYWARDS HEATH1975-19815 O'LEVELS – inc ENGLISH & MATHS.