Sharon Ellery - Development Manager
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I grew up in the area and attended local schools. Previously I worked for Children’s Services in various roles including setting up a parent and child group on a local Gypsy and Traveller site, which I enjoyed immensely. I also worked for MIND and Rethink mental health charities and feel passionate about breaking down stigma and discrimination. I joined the Families Matter team in 2004. I live in the Waterside area and have three children of my own so understand the challenges of being a parent. I am committed to supporting families and empowering people to reach their full potential. |
I have a BSc (Hons) in Health & Social Care from Southampton University. I maintain my professional development, having completed other courses including:
- OCN - Counselling Skills
- CLAIT
- Training to work with parents advising about issues concerning sex and relationships
- Training to facilitate parenting Training to facilitate anger management groups
- Emotional First Aid
- Teaching adults
- Mental Health Awareness Training
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy
- Drugs awareness training
- Behaviour change training
- Child protection training
My main responsibilities include:
- Supervision of staff
- Networking with partners
- Mental Health work
- Parenting groups/ support
- Monitoring & Evaluating
- Setting the vision for the ongoing work of the project in consultation with the Trustees
- Fundraising
