- David Smith graduated with a BA (hons) Social Work degree in 2007 and practiced as a Social Worker for 3 years.
- David went on to train and qualify as a Family Group Conference Coordinator, and has worked in this field since 2011.
- Joint Decisions is the result of David’s desire to help individuals wishing to proactively change their situation by talking openly and honestly about their future.
- David firmly believes in the ethos of Family Group Conferences and has seen the positive impact upon the lives of those who have chosen to take this route.
- Mediation is an aspect of this and Joint Decisions aims to provide a neutral environment in which parties are able to voluntarily and respectfully discuss their differences and make a plan for the future.
- Joint Decisions provides mediation to address workplace disputes and neighbourhood and intra-family conflicts.
Family Group Conference Coordinator Training
- Introduction and Advanced Level Training in Family Group Conferences provided by Family Rights Group on behalf of Barnardo's. January 2013
Interpersonal Mediation Training
- AIM Awards Level 4 Award in Interpersonal Mediation (QCF). October 2015
Disclosure & Barring Service
- David holds an Enhanced DBS Certificate issued on 1st May 2018
- David is registered for the DBS Update Service until 3rd February 2020
Public Liability Insurance
- Joint Decisions has insurance cover for Public Liability