I am currently employed by the on a part-time basis as the administrator for the team for .
is a Local Authority Support Service for Children, Young People, Families, Early Years' Settings and Schools. support the inclusion of children and young people with a range of needs. The National Health Service integration includes the Child Development Service, Physiotherapy and the Occupational Therapy service. The Paediatric Occupational Therapy service are a team of Allied Health Professionals who work with children and young people who have a physical impairment, a medical condition, a mental health problem or a learning disability. They help children and young people who have difficulties with practical everyday tasks by providing a range of strategies designed to promote independence. The aim of occupational therapy is to enable you to live as independently as possible - at home, in employment or in education. Occupational Therapists (O.T’s) work in health and social care and work closely with health, housing and educational services.
What I want to achieve from this training:
I have enrolled for the ABC Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts course this year and the Transactional Analysis Course starting early next year to achieve basic counselling skills in order to progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills commencing September 2011. Thereafter, I endeavour to progress to Diploma level.
What motivates my interest in the subject of counselling:
Having worked for the for a few years now, I am aware of referrals for many children who are in need of an assessment from various teams within our service but are advised to re-refer due to behavioural issues. These behavioural issues are due to either a diagnosis or in most cases children who have experienced family...