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Bobbie Coucher

Cranbourne North,Victoria

Summary

Dynamic Activity and Lifestyle Officer with Maroondah City Council, skilled in activity planning and team collaboration. Successfully developed engaging programs that fostered community relationships and enhanced participant satisfaction. Proficient in first aid administration, ensuring safety while delivering high-quality services. Adaptable and detail-oriented, committed to meeting diverse needs through innovative solutions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity and Lifestyle Officer

Maroondah City Council
Croydon, Victoria
06.2005 - Current
  • Planning, delivery and maintenance of activity programs.
  • Encouraged positive relationships among participants through group-building exercises.
  • Collaborated with staff members to ensure effective implementation of programs.
  • Developed creative ideas to engage individuals in physical, social and leisure activities.
  • Maintained accurate records on participant attendance, progress reports and other relevant data.
  • Provided support with transportation needs for program participants.
  • Conducted assessments of individual needs in order to create personalized activity plans.
  • Maintained records of activities and analyzed feedback from participants.
  • Handled budgetary concerns, keeping activities affordable.
  • Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
  • Designed and led activities in art, crafts, and physical activities.
  • Planned and published calendar of events for Centre.
  • Administered first-aid and offered emergency assistance to injured or ill participants.
  • Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
  • Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained the Centre's rules, and encouraged participation.
  • Work as part of a collaborative team to ensure programs remain of high quality and relevance to members.

Meals on Wheels Officer

Maroondah City Council
Ringwood, Vic
06.2005 - 06.2014
  • Ordering of stock.
  • Packing of stock.
  • Cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Interaction with volunteers, staff, and clients.
  • Relieve the Meals on Wheels Coordinator when on annual leave.
  • Driving the Meals on Wheels bus to deliver meals.

Education

Certificate III Early Childhood Education & Care

Practical Outcomes
Melbourne, VIC
10-2024

CPR, First Aid Training

St John Ambulance Australia Ltd
Melbourne, VIC
07-2024

Certificate IV in Leisure & Health CHC40608

North Ringwood Community House
North Ringwood
01-2015

Fire Warden Training Course

Melbourne First Brigade
Melbourne, VIC
03-2014

Skills

  • First aid administration
  • Activity planning
  • Assessment procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Risk assessment
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of REV award for achieving significantly better outcomes and tangible benefits to Council
  • Integral member of the winning team of the Victorian Early Years Award - creating collaborative partnerships - 2023
  • Integral member in receiving a High Commendation for the GenConnect program at the Positive Aging and Wellbeing Awards - 2024
  • In June 2025 completed 20 years of service with Maroondah City Council

References

  • Daniel Hearn - Acting Co-ordinator Aged and Disability, Maroondah City Council - Phone : 0435 868 951
  • Heather Burns - Manager Community Services, Maroondah City Council - Phone : 0428 093 420

Timeline

Activity and Lifestyle Officer

Maroondah City Council
06.2005 - Current

Meals on Wheels Officer

Maroondah City Council
06.2005 - 06.2014

Certificate III Early Childhood Education & Care

Practical Outcomes

CPR, First Aid Training

St John Ambulance Australia Ltd

Certificate IV in Leisure & Health CHC40608

North Ringwood Community House

Fire Warden Training Course

Melbourne First Brigade

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