Aleshia Brown
Golden Grove,SA
Summary
Dynamic Peer Mental Health Practitioner with a proven track record at Affinity Alliance, skilled in crisis intervention and comprehensive care coordination. Expert in client assessment and evidence-based therapy, fostering positive outcomes through tailored support plans. Committed to empowering clients and enhancing their recovery journey while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mental Health Practitioner
Affinity Alliance
Adelaide, SA
03.2025 - Current
- Assessed clients' mental health needs through interviews and questionnaires.
- Conducted therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques and interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients experiencing acute distress.
- Participated in regular case reviews to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Served as a liaison between community organizations, hospitals and outpatient facilities when referring patients for additional services.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress utilizing electronic medical record systems.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as psychiatrists and primary care providers to provide comprehensive care.
- Provided crisis intervention services during periods of acute distress or suicidal ideation.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
- Encouraged clients to take an active role in their own recovery by setting personal goals and objectives related to their diagnosis.
Youth Worker
Department of Child Protection is
Adelaide, SA
03.2020 - 09.2024
- Conducted assessments to identify individual needs and create tailored support plans.
- Collaborated with families to enhance communication and strengthen relationships.
- Provided crisis intervention services to ensure safety and well-being of youth.
- Supported team meetings by sharing insights on youth behavior and program effectiveness.
- Assisted youths in developing life skills such as problem solving, communication, decision-making.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youths in difficult situations.
- Supported youth with nurturing and caring assistance focused on empowering and positive independence.
- Facilitated group discussions, activities, and workshops for youths on a variety of topics.
- Maintained records of program services provided to ensure compliance with regulations.
Education
First Aid in An Education Setting - First Aid
St John
Adelaide 02-2025
Certificate IV Child Youth Family Intervention - Social Services
TAFE SA
SA10-2020
Diploma of Counselling - Counseling
Australian College of Community Services & Care
Brisbane, QLDMedication Administration Certification - Medication Administration
First Aid Pro
Adelaide, SAResponding To Abuse And Neglect -
Department of Education
Adelaide, SASafe Environments for Children and Young People -
Department For Education
Adelaide, SACurrent Working with Children Check and NDIS Clearance -
SA Gov
Adelaide, SASkills
- Crisis intervention
- Client assessment
- Evidence-based therapy
- Electronic record management
- Comprehensive care coordination
- Program development
Affiliations
- Fishing to Waterskiing - Love the water
- Gardening - Lawn
- AFL
Timeline
Peer Mental Health Practitioner
Affinity Alliance
03.2025 - Current
Youth Worker
Department of Child Protection is
03.2020 - 09.2024
First Aid in An Education Setting - First Aid
St John
Certificate IV Child Youth Family Intervention - Social Services
TAFE SA
Diploma of Counselling - Counseling
Australian College of Community Services & Care
Medication Administration Certification - Medication Administration
First Aid Pro
Responding To Abuse And Neglect -
Department of Education
Safe Environments for Children and Young People -
Department For Education
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Clearance -
SA Gov
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