Bree Hooker
Cobram,VIC
Summary
Compassionate mental health worker with strong dedication to helping individuals in need of mental health support. Skilled in providing client-centered care and evidence-based interventions. Possesses deep understanding of mental health with ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Intake, Assessment and Recovery Work
Australian Community Support Organisation
12.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted positive behavior changes through consistent reinforcement of healthy habits and routines.
- Supported employment opportunities by assisting clients with job search strategies, resume writing skills, interview preparation.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment for clients experiencing emotional distress.
- Built strong relationships with local service providers to ensure seamless coordination of care for clients in need of additional support services.
- Empowered clients to make informed decisions about their care by providing clear, concise information on available resources and services.
- Established trust and rapport with clients, allowing for more effective communication and goalsetting.
Disability Support Worker
Connextions
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Mental Health Support Worker
Wellways PARC
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
- Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
- Encouraged self-care among patients by teaching coping strategies, stress management techniques, and relaxation exercises.
Education
Diploma - Counselling
Australian Institute of Professional Counselling
OnlineDiploma - Community Service
Partners Training
Shepparton, VICCertificate IV - Mental Health
GenU
Shepparton, VIC02.2024
Certificate IV - Alcohol And Other Drugs
Partners Training
Shepparton, VIC03.2023
Certificate IV - Community Services
Gotafe
Shepparton, VIC12.2021
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Substance abuse awareness
- Relapse Prevention
- Self-care strategies
- Suicide Prevention
- Recovery planning
Training
- ASIST
- First aid & CPR
- Working with children’s check
- Youth mental health crisis training
- Trauma informed care
- Motivational interviewing
Timeline
Mental Health Intake, Assessment and Recovery Work
Australian Community Support Organisation
12.2021 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker
Wellways PARC
05.2020 - 11.2021
Disability Support Worker
Connextions
02.2019 - 12.2021
Diploma - Counselling
Australian Institute of Professional Counselling
Diploma - Community Service
Partners Training
Certificate IV - Mental Health
GenU
Certificate IV - Alcohol And Other Drugs
Partners Training
Certificate IV - Community Services
Gotafe
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