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Catherine Fry

Catherine Fry

Coolangatta,Australia

Summary

To continually be challenged by meaningful work in a community-focused environment that encourages holistic support, education, inclusion, and creative expression. I seek to be supported in this objective by my place of work. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Work History

Co-Founder and Director

Clovendoe Distilling Co.
Burleigh Heads, QLD
01.2020 - Current
  • Directed operations, marketing, HR, and production management, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards
  • Mentored a school-based trainee as part of the Queensland Government program, guiding them to successfully complete their studies
  • Conducted R&D, secured grants, and developed company policies and procedures

Disability & Aged Care Support Worker

Mable
, QLD
01.2023 - 03.2025
  • Provided tailored personal care, including showering, medication prompting, and individualized domestic and social support
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers, case managers, and families to ensure comprehensive client care
  • Developed and reviewed personalized care plans aligned with client goals

Aged Care Support Worker

Australian Unity
Tweed Heads, NSW
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered personal care services and managed domestic and social support for aged care clients
  • Coordinated transportation and supervised group outings for up to six clients
  • Liaised with healthcare professionals, completing forms and managing client schedules

Radio Presenter and Producer

ABC Capricornia
Rockhampton, QLD
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Produced and hosted the 'Saturday Breakfast with Cate Fry' show, covering diverse topics and emergency broadcasts
  • Conducted on-air interviews, created engaging content, and provided up-to-date news and sports reporting

NSW Education Team Leader

Bravehearts
NSW
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Delivered personal safety education programs in schools and daycares
  • Facilitated parent and teacher information sessions, fostering community engagement
  • Collaborated with educators and community organizations to integrate safety initiatives into curricula

Intensive Therapeutic Care Youth Worker

St Saviours, Anglicare
Sydney, NSW
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Supported at-risk youth in residential care, fostering life skills and managing complex behaviors
  • Maintained detailed case notes and incident reports while liaising with key stakeholders
  • Planned and attended activities to encourage personal development among residents

Diet & Nutrition Coach

Fernwood Fitness
Broadway, NSW
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Designed and implemented meal plans to support clients' health and nutrition goals
  • Authored content on diet and wellness for the national health club newsletter

Drama Specialist

St Anne's Primary School
Harvey, WA
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Created and taught engaging drama lessons for students from pre-primary to Year 6

Education

Certificate IV - School-Based Education Support

TAFE QLD
QLD
12.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Stage & Screen Acting

University of New England
12.2018

Certificate IV - Entrepreneurship & New Business

Foundation Education
12.2017

Certificate IV - Youth Work

CYTS
12.2008

Diploma - Diet & Nutrition

Stonebridge College
12.2007

Advanced Diploma - Performing Arts

Actors Centre Australia
12.2005

Skills

  • Client relationship
  • Crisis intervention
  • Youth mentoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Content creation
  • Public speaking
  • Behavior management
  • Care plan development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Entrepreneurial leadership
  • Innovation skills
  • Curriculum development
  • Client care
  • Family communication
  • Creative storytelling
  • Behavioral support
  • Relationship building
  • Daily living support

Certification

  • National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Orientation Certificate, NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission, 03/01/25, Current
  • NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, QLD Government, In Progress, In Progress
  • Criminal History Check, National Police Checking Service (NPCS), Current
  • First Aid Certificate, St John Ambulance, Current
  • Working with Children Check, Queensland Govt Blue Card Services, Current
  • QLD Drivers Licence, QLD Government, Current

References

  • Sharon Lansley, Education Manager - Health & Wellbeing, Life Education QLD, 0404 300 979, slansley@lifeedqld.org.au
  • Ms. Inga Stunzner, Content Producer, Radio Australia, ABC Radio, 0481 289 861, stunzner.inga@abc.net.au

Timeline

Disability & Aged Care Support Worker

Mable
01.2023 - 03.2025

Aged Care Support Worker

Australian Unity
01.2022 - 01.2023

Co-Founder and Director

Clovendoe Distilling Co.
01.2020 - Current

Radio Presenter and Producer

ABC Capricornia
01.2017 - 01.2020

NSW Education Team Leader

Bravehearts
01.2012 - 01.2016

Intensive Therapeutic Care Youth Worker

St Saviours, Anglicare
01.2010 - 01.2013

Diet & Nutrition Coach

Fernwood Fitness
01.2009 - 01.2011

Drama Specialist

St Anne's Primary School
01.2008 - 01.2009

Certificate IV - School-Based Education Support

TAFE QLD

Bachelor of Arts - Stage & Screen Acting

University of New England

Certificate IV - Entrepreneurship & New Business

Foundation Education

Certificate IV - Youth Work

CYTS

Diploma - Diet & Nutrition

Stonebridge College

Advanced Diploma - Performing Arts

Actors Centre Australia
Catherine Fry