Charly-Rae Kastropil
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Passionate youth/community worker who brings a client centred, harm reduction based and culturally appropriate approach to all my roles.
My lived experiences of overcoming homelessness, mental and physical illness and substance use all have improved my understanding of how these issues can be addressed, understood and supported by services and organisations as well as the wider community
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Harm Reduction Victoria Victoria
Melbourne , Vic
09.2017 - Current
- Responsible for the overseeing of services provided in the Dancewize space at events and festivals across Victoria.
- Proven ability to manage and abide escalation policies and procedures when required, directing clients to be supported appropriately by our organisation or those we work closely with, as needed.
- Skillfully difuse and distract clients experiencing complex emotional problems with client centred and open communication to support their experiences to be as peaceful and non confrontational as possible
- Furthering the education of community members and their understanding of people who use drugs in a way that underlines the dignity of these individuals and their right to community understanding of their complex experiences.
Youth Support Worker
Great Southern Aboriginal Health Services
Albany, WA
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Delivered the Rock and Water program, aimed at developing resilience and conflict resolution skills for at-risk indigenous young people in a Primary school setting.
- Worked with a diverse range of young people (clients) who were experiencing complex issues and provided intervention and support within my role.
- Created a culturally safe and inclusive space within the delivery of the Rock and Water program.
- Assisted in developing individual support plans for clients to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data collection methods such as surveys and interviews and assisted in data imput.
- Coordinated with other professionals, such as social workers and senior staff to develop appropriate treatment plans for clients.
Youth Worker
Denmark Youth Services
Denmark, WA
02.2012 - 09.2015
- Assisted with the development of programs and creation of opportunities aimed to engage local young people.
- Built raport with young people and their families, working within my role to support their well-being.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youths, often navigating complex personal and interpersonal difficulties.
- Monitored attendance and progress of participants in programs.
- Wrote grant applications to secure funding and development of programs.
- Engaged with young people by cooking meals, playing games, creating artwork together.
- Delivered and oversaw delivery of workshops.
- Educated parents and guardians on available resources in the community that could benefit their child.
- Maintained records of program services provided to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Chaired and participated in regular meetings with staff members to discuss program goals and objectives.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports, games, field trips, and arts and crafts.
- Implemented crisis management protocols when needed during emergency situations involving young people.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denmark High School
Denmark, Western Australia 01-2015
Diploma - Community Services
TAFE
Albany, Western Australia 01-2015
Cert IV - Youth Work
TAFE
Denmark, Western Australia 01-2014
Skills
- Highly developedl, trauma-informed and culturally sensitive interpersonal communication ability
- Proven ability to work effectively within a diverse team
- Extensive experience using a client-centred approach working with people with complex needs including family/domestic violence, mental health and DOA
- Passionate about Harm Reduction
- Committed to providing safe spaces and furthering dignity for vulnerable members of our community
Timeline
Team Leader
Harm Reduction Victoria Victoria
09.2017 - Current
Youth Support Worker
Great Southern Aboriginal Health Services
02.2015 - 01.2017
Youth Worker
Denmark Youth Services
02.2012 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Denmark High School
Diploma - Community Services
TAFE
Cert IV - Youth Work
TAFE
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