Andrelise Latreille
Robina,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker well-versed at liaising with clients to empower their ability of decision making. Compassionate and driven with an unfailing work ethic. Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for clients' best interests.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
QLD Health - Gold Coast University Hospital
Gold Coast
08.2023 - Current
- Interviewed patients and families to assess situations, limitations and issues and provide Social Work expertise to enhance patient care.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention.
- Apply established ethical principles and practice standards to core Social Work clinical services and Social Work tasks.
- Undertake comprehensive discharge planning and implement interventions in accordance with professional practice and ethical standards and meeting clinical documentation requirements.
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Follow policies, procedures and instructions relating to work health and safety .
- Interviewed clients and families to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination for patients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
Social Work Student - Field Placement
QLD Health - GCUH - Neuroscience Rehabilitation
Gold Coast
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Interviewed patients and families to assess situations, limitations and issues and provide Social Work expertise to enhance patient care.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention.
- Apply established ethical principles and practice standards to core Social Work clinical services and Social Work tasks.
- Undertake comprehensive discharge planning and implement interventions in accordance with professional practice and ethical standards and meeting clinical documentation requirements.
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Follow policies, procedures and instructions relating to work health and safety .
Social Work Student - Field Placement
St Johns Crisis Centre
Gold Coast, QLD
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behaviour modification.
- Encouraged socialization and engagement through therapy, music therapy and social activities.
- Interviewed clients, reviewed records and conducted assessments to evaluate social and mental condition of clients.
Paralegal
Yates Beaggi Lawyers
Sydney, NSW
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into law firm database.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials.
- Drafted key legal documents for judicial review.
- Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- Identified appropriate judicial decisions relevant to cases.
Solicitor
Flavio Obino Lawyers
Curitiba, Brazil
06.2013 - 04.2015
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws related to Employment industry.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favourable light.
Paralegal
Wambier Arruda & Wambier Lawyers
Curitiba, Brazil
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Collected, drafted and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers.
- Investigated facts and laws to determine causes of action.
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
'Ad Hoc' Detective and Criminal Investigator
Parana State Government
Curitiba, Brazil
12.2008 - 12.2010
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Carefully documented statements, observations and evidentiary materials.
- Kept current on all agency and state policies, rules, regulations and statutes.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Education
Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) -
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD06.2023
Diploma of Legal Services -
TAFE
Gold Coast08.2018
Masters of Public Law -
Universidade Positivo
Curitiba, Brazil 06.2014
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -
Unicuritiba
Curitiba, Brazil 06.2013
Skills
- Pyschosocial Assessments
- Active listening and Critical Thinking ability
- Cultural Competency
- Solution-Based Interventions
- Attention to Detail
- Informational Interviews
- Prioritization Skills
- Positive attitude
- Patient-Centered Care
- Client Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
- Strengths-Based Solution-Focused Framework
- Legislation Tracking
Timeline
Social Worker
QLD Health - Gold Coast University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Social Work Student - Field Placement
QLD Health - GCUH - Neuroscience Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 06.2023
Social Work Student - Field Placement
St Johns Crisis Centre
07.2022 - 10.2022
Paralegal
Yates Beaggi Lawyers
11.2018 - 08.2019
Solicitor
Flavio Obino Lawyers
06.2013 - 04.2015
Paralegal
Wambier Arruda & Wambier Lawyers
01.2011 - 01.2013
'Ad Hoc' Detective and Criminal Investigator
Parana State Government
12.2008 - 12.2010
Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) -
Southern Cross University
Diploma of Legal Services -
TAFE
Masters of Public Law -
Universidade Positivo
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -
Unicuritiba