Astrid Killip
Shannons Flat,NSW
Summary
A mother, grandmother and teacher, this reliable, patient and enthusiastic worker, seeks work to create co-empowered relationships.
Great at organisation and able to handle multiple people or tasks at hand to create harmonious outcomes.
Comfortable in a variety of situations finds good solutions for progress and enjoys looking after the people to achieve these goals.
Experienced in leadership and team environments.
Broad skills based with many people skills looking to work with disability and to accommodate and foster individuality and manage situations.
To be eclectic in support of the variety of life's challenges.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher and Teacher in Training
Self Employed In Personal Development Org
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Increased student understanding of the new concepts and information that this spiritual path offers so students were empowered in their individual pace of growth.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure any special teaching needs could be used and to gain a greater connection with students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, peers, and teachers upline maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment for those learning to teach and my teachers.
- Advised and worked with students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to support their own individuality.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' level of understanding.
- Helped students engage in Ceremony and processes to meet new levels of themselves through challenge fostering personal involvement at their level of choice.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using hands on strategies and examples that related to the audience present.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
RFS Active Member
NSW Rural Fire Service
01.2014 - Current
- Worked actively as a team member with fire hoses and fire control and management whenever available
- Ensured resources were available on the vehicle i.e. water/fuel/ and all equipment
- Ensured clear communication with senior members on duty of status and position at all times and with other crews
- Competent mapping to ensure safety
- PPE at all times
- Managed and triaged emergencies when needed
Therapist
Self-employed
12.2002 - 12.2009
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
Bookkeeping Administrative Assistant
Outdoor Insights Pty Ltd
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Improved financial accuracy by maintaining organized and up-to-date financial records.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes for increased efficiency and time management.
- Ensured timely invoicing and payment tracking, resulting in improved cash flow management.
- Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, providing valuable input to decisionmakers.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable tasks, maintaining accurate records and reducing errors.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Supported company growth by implementing scalable bookkeeping procedures for future expansion.
- Increased profitability through careful expense tracking and analysis of cost-saving opportunities.
- Maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements, ensuring timely submission of necessary reports and documentation.
- Provided timely financial data to assist managers in making informed decisions about business strategy and operations.
- Collaborated with accounting team members on special projects, contributing valuable insights to achieve desired outcomes.
- Assisted with payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculation of employee wages and tax deductions based on current regulations.
- Kept abreast of industry trends, updating knowledge regularly to maintain expertise in job function.
- Managed invoices, payments and deposits, maintaining accurate expenditure records.
- Corrected discrepancies in financial records for balanced books.
- Reconciled bank statements and credit card accounts for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared documentation for travel reimbursement and corporate credit card expenses.
- Updated financial records using various software programs for current, accurate accounts.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
Taxi Driver
Southern Highlands Taxis
09.2007 - 12.2007
- Improved passenger satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during taxi rides.
- Ensured timely arrivals for clients by utilizing GPS technology and knowledge of local traffic patterns.
- Increased customer loyalty with excellent communication skills and a professional demeanour.
- Maintained a clean, comfortable vehicle to enhance the overall passenger experience.
- Navigated difficult driving conditions safely, prioritizing passenger well-being at all times.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with entering or exiting the vehicle when necessary while displaying empathy.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
Training & Development Facilitator
Outdoor Insights Pty Ltd
09.1990 - 08.2007
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Researched and analyzed individual parties' positions to understand dispute background.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
Owner Builder
Self Employed
08.2001 - 08.2002
- Made sound agreements with Mentor to ensure safety and compliance for the Meditation Centre
- Made clear and competent assessment of materials and products needed for building
- Kept within budgets for ongoing costs of building
- Ensured safety when alone on the site and kept accountable with outside to ensure safety when alone on the job.
- Took time to ensure understanding of process before proceeding with tasks
- Made adjustments and problem solved as necessary to ensure progress was safe and task was ongoing.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with resource providers.
- Developed ongoing rapport with Mentor
- Managed financial aspects of the venture
Team Building Facilitator
Operation Challenge
01.1990 - 09.1990
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques.
Registered Nurse
Shoalhaven District Hospital & David Berry Rehab
10.2006 - 09.2007
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Bowral District Hospital
Bowral District Hospital
09.2002 - 09.2004
- Improved medication safety by conducting thorough reviews of patient profiles and making appropriate recommendations.
- Optimized drug therapy outcomes for patients by providing comprehensive medication management services.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient workflow strategies and inventory control measures.
- Enhanced patient care with the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical pharmacy services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care plans, resulting in improved therapeutic outcomes.
- Maintained strict compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to hospital pharmacy practice.
- Developed effective relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal communication and collaboration in patient care.
- Actively participated in hospital committees focused on enhancing patient safety through continuous performance improvement efforts.
- Performed pain assessment and took appropriate action according to standard operating procedures.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Counselled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Reconstituted oral liquids.
Registered Nurse
Eleura Nursing Home Kingscliff
03.1988 - 12.1988
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Accommodation Owner/Manager of Operations
Self Employed
06.1981 - 10.1984
- Set up Private Skiers accommodation Business
- Renovated and painted existing Shearers Quarters for suitability for Accommodation
- Bought equipment for suitable kitchen and public accommodation business
- Created and set up publicity for advertisement for business
- Created customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Made a sustainable and profitable business which was sold on after completion of 4 years.
Registered Nurse
Cooma District Hospital
01.1980 - 06.1981
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Education
No Degree - Transpersonal Psychotherapy & Sandplay Therapy
The Crucible Centre
Little Hartley, NSWNo Degree - Education 3 Years
University of Wollongong
No Degree - Breathwork
Euroa House
Balmain, NSWNo Degree - NSW Registered Nurse
Royal North Shore Hospital
St Leonards, NSW05.1975
Skills
- Creative thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Patience
- Problem resolution
- Good listener
- Organizational Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Time Management
Passions
I love the outdoors and have Travelled extensively walking, climbing, skiing and cycling both in Australia and overseas.
I enjoy people and animals
I have travelled the desserts extensively in 4wd trips with my husband and children over the last 30 years
Other passions include:
Time with Family
Crafts
Reading
Timeline
Teacher and Teacher in Training
Self Employed In Personal Development Org
01.2014 - 12.2022
RFS Active Member
NSW Rural Fire Service
01.2014 - Current
Bookkeeping Administrative Assistant
Outdoor Insights Pty Ltd
09.2007 - 09.2008
Taxi Driver
Southern Highlands Taxis
09.2007 - 12.2007
Registered Nurse
Shoalhaven District Hospital & David Berry Rehab
10.2006 - 09.2007
Therapist
Self-employed
12.2002 - 12.2009
Bowral District Hospital
Bowral District Hospital
09.2002 - 09.2004
Owner Builder
Self Employed
08.2001 - 08.2002
Training & Development Facilitator
Outdoor Insights Pty Ltd
09.1990 - 08.2007
Team Building Facilitator
Operation Challenge
01.1990 - 09.1990
Registered Nurse
Eleura Nursing Home Kingscliff
03.1988 - 12.1988
Accommodation Owner/Manager of Operations
Self Employed
06.1981 - 10.1984
Registered Nurse
Cooma District Hospital
01.1980 - 06.1981
No Degree - Transpersonal Psychotherapy & Sandplay Therapy
The Crucible Centre
No Degree - Education 3 Years
University of Wollongong
No Degree - Breathwork
Euroa House
No Degree - NSW Registered Nurse
Royal North Shore Hospital
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