Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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AMY COE

Mudgee

Summary

Experienced and empathetic mental health professional with over five years supporting individuals in high-pressure and trauma-exposed environments, including frontline and government services. Skilled in early intervention, crisis management, and psychosocial recovery, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed and person-centred care. Proven ability to build trust with clients and frontline personnel, reduce stigma around mental health, and deliver practical, confidential support that enhances resilience, wellbeing, and psychological safety in the workplace

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Remote Support Coordinator

Breakthru
06.2025 - Current
  • Deliver remote coordination of supports for NDIS participants with psychosocial and dual diagnoses
  • Conduct intake assessments, develop support plans, and connect clients with appropriate services
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support services for clients, improving outcomes across multiple domains.
  • Facilitate regular check-ins and virtual case reviews to ensure continuity of care and plan compliance
  • Advocate for participant goals and liaise with families, providers, and allied health professionals
  • Use trauma-informed practice to support recovery and independence across diverse and rural communities
  • Managed high-volume caseloads, ensuring timely completion of tasks and effective communication with clients.

Child Protection Caseworker

NSW Department of Communities & Justice
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Conducted risk assessments and safety planning for children at high risk of harm
  • Provided trauma-informed casework and supported family capacity building through strength-based interventions
  • Liaised with police, medical professionals, and mental health services for collaborative decision making
  • Prepared legal documentation including affidavits and supported court proceedings
  • Delivered culturally appropriate and client-focused support to high-risk families
  • Applied behavioural assessment frameworks to support positive change and improve child wellbeing outcomes
  • Utilized trauma-informed care practices to promote healing among children who experienced abuse or neglect.
  • Engaged youth in goal-setting processes, promoting self-advocacy skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood upon leaving Out of Home Care (OOHC).
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive case management and better outcomes for children.

Recovery Coach & Mental Health Clinician

Marathon Health
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Encouraged clients'' sense of responsibility for their recovery journey by teaching them essential coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
  • Mentored new Recovery Coaches, sharing best practices and contributing to their professional development.
  • Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
  • Facilitated connections between clients and peer support groups, fostering a strong network for continued success posttreatment.
  • Empowered clients to set and achieve realistic goals through guided goal-setting sessions and progress monitoring.
  • Served as an advocate for clients within the healthcare system by communicating effectively with medical professionals regarding treatment plans and concerns.
  • Conducted workshops on various topics related to addiction and mental health, raising awareness in the community about available resources.
  • Provided group, family, and individual counselling to support recovery goals.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly using evidence-based assessment tools.
  • Strengthened relationships with community partners, enabling better access to resources and support services for clients.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, connecting clients with appropriate emergency resources as needed.

Receptionist & Clinic Manager

Carter Chiropractic & Dubbo Acupuncture
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Managed day-to-day clinic operations including appointments, billing, and patient communications
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Provided compassionate front-desk support in a healthcare setting with a diverse clientele
  • Maintained accurate clinical records and liaised with allied health, insurers, and support networks
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and loyalty to the clinic.

Cashier

Woolworths
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Delivered friendly and efficient customer service
  • Managed point-of-sale transactions and restocked merchandise
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.

Administration Officer

The Westhaven Association
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
  • Managed team petty cash, purchase orders and account transactions.
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Managed complex scheduling tasks, ensuring that deadlines were met consistently.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology

Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
11-2020

Certificate III in Business Services -

TAFE NSW
Dubbo, NSW
01.2015

Graduate Diploma of Psychology -

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
11-2026

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed and Person-Centred Practice
  • Risk & Safety Assessment and Crisis Management
  • NDIS Navigation and Support Coordination
  • Functional Behavioural Assessment & Support Planning
  • Case Management and Goal-Oriented Recovery Planning
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Advocacy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Healthcare documentation practices
  • Psychology intervention & assessment strategies
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Client-focused therapy methods
  • Building rapport

Accomplishments

  • Provided frontline mental health and psychosocial support to individuals in rural and remote NSW who were impacted by trauma, crisis, and service access barriers.
  • Successfully coordinated remote interventions and recovery support for clients with limited access to services, ensuring timely connection to care, continuity, and culturally safe engagement.
  • Advocated for participants’ needs during NDIS plan reviews and liaised with local and regional providers to bridge service gaps in under-resourced communities.
  • Delivered psychoeducation and mental health literacy sessions via telehealth and in-person outreach, building resilience and early help-seeking behaviour in isolated populations.
  • Collaborated with police, hospitals, and community mental health teams across rural NSW to implement trauma-informed crisis plans and prevent escalation in complex cases.
  • Led wellbeing and de-stigmatisation initiatives in small, close-knit communities where confidentiality concerns often prevent help-seeking, resulting in increased trust and service uptake.
  • Maintained high standards of clinical documentation, risk assessment, and ethical care across remote delivery platforms, in line with NSW Health and NDIS quality frameworks.

Certification

  • Mental Health First Aid — Completed 2023
  • Provide First Aid & CPR — Valid until 2026-07-12
  • Working with Children Check — Valid until 2027-06-25
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check — Valid until 2027-06-25

Timeline

Remote Support Coordinator

Breakthru
06.2025 - Current

Child Protection Caseworker

NSW Department of Communities & Justice
09.2023 - 06.2025

Recovery Coach & Mental Health Clinician

Marathon Health
09.2022 - 09.2023

Receptionist & Clinic Manager

Carter Chiropractic & Dubbo Acupuncture
01.2019 - 01.2022

Cashier

Woolworths
01.2016 - 01.2019

Administration Officer

The Westhaven Association
01.2014 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology

Charles Sturt University

Certificate III in Business Services -

TAFE NSW

Graduate Diploma of Psychology -

Edith Cowan University
AMY COE