Annalise Kelly
Mildura,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and community-focused professional with extensive experience supporting individuals across employment, education, and community services, including strong engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships through culturally respectful, person-centred communication and support.
Experienced in providing practical and emotional support to clients with complex needs, including coordinating services, facilitating access to education and employment pathways, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Brings well-developed skills in administration, records management, and maintaining accurate client information within digital systems.
Passionate about empowering individuals and advocating for improved outcomes, with a strong understanding of the importance of culturally safe, trauma-informed approaches when supporting people experiencing vulnerability and disadvantage.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Pathways Mentor
are-able
Mildura, VIC
02.2025 - Current
- Facilitated mentoring sessions for individuals with in community settings.
- Developed personalized action plans to enhance clients' skills and confidence.
- Coordinated group workshops focusing on life skills and personal development.
- Collaborated with team members to create supportive learning environments.
- Provided guidance on job readiness and employment opportunities for clients.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals and tracking progress regularly.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee to discuss challenges, successes and goals.
- Supporting clients through service systems (legal, health, community)
Mumgu Dhal Tyama Tiyt Teacher
SuniTAFE -Koorie Programs and Youth Education
Mildura , VIC
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in Koorie programs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote cultural understanding and respect.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance educational resources and support.
Dulka Yuppata Support Officer
SuniTAFE- Dulka Yuppata
Mildura , VIC
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Teach according to Individualised work plans and primary objectives
Apply adult learning principles to engage learners and maximize outcomes
Address diverse learner needs using accredited training programs
Deliver training through various methods including structured, flexible,
online, workplace, and blended delivery
Provide assessment services, including recognition of prior learning and
assessment-only services
Prepare, assess, moderate, and write reports related to teaching duties
Ensure effective learning and progress for students under your supervision
Develop customized learning resources and support ICT-based learning
and competency-based units
Provide support to staff and clients at the Dulka Yuppata Centre including;
Provide support to assist Dulka Yuppata staff to implement tasks within
the Wurreker Strategy
Support Dulka Yuppata staff with the engagement of Koorie & Youth
Personal Summary
Skills
Experience
learners to connect them with services at SuniTAFE
Assist in the transport of Koorie & Youth Learners to and from the Institute
Koori Preschool Assistant
Mallee District Aboriginal Service
Mildura , VIC
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Work with Indigenous families and local Kindergartens to create and foster healthy relationships
- Community involvement events
- Community engagement events
- Time management
- Computer/ management programs
Education
Certificate IV in Community Services -
SuniTAFE
Mildura, VIC12-2025
Diploma of Community Services -
TAFE NSW
NSW04-2026
Completion of: Make Presentations (BSBCMM411) -
Make Presentations
Completion Of: Provide Work Skill Instruction (TAEDEL301) -
Provide Work Skill Instruction
Skills
- Client-centred support
- Advocacy and referral support
- Supporting clients with complex needs
- Emotional support and active listening
- Building trust and rapport with vulnerable clients
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Strengths-based approach to client support
- Stakeholder engagement (internal and external services)
- Assisting clients to access transport, appointments, and programs
- Accurate data entry and records management
- Maintaining client databases and files
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation
References
Tiana Halalova, Parent Pathways Mentor- are-able
0423 768 962
Eilene Mitchell, Acting Koorie Strategic Relationship Manager- SuniTAFE
0467 712 714
Timeline
Parent Pathways Mentor
are-able
02.2025 - Current
Mumgu Dhal Tyama Tiyt Teacher
SuniTAFE -Koorie Programs and Youth Education
01.2024 - 02.2025
Dulka Yuppata Support Officer
SuniTAFE- Dulka Yuppata
01.2022 - 01.2024
Koori Preschool Assistant
Mallee District Aboriginal Service
01.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate IV in Community Services -
SuniTAFE
Diploma of Community Services -
TAFE NSW
Completion of: Make Presentations (BSBCMM411) -
Make Presentations
Completion Of: Provide Work Skill Instruction (TAEDEL301) -
Provide Work Skill Instruction