Chelsie Shellcot
FOSTER,VIC
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication skills and committed to inspiring the community services sector.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Family Preservation Practitioner
Anglicare Victoria
09.2021 - Current
- Strengthened family resilience by delivering crisis intervention services during times of heightened stress or conflict within the household. Enhanced communication within families by facilitating regular meetings and discussions to address concerns.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioural needs.
- Promoted positive parenting practices through the delivery of evidence-based programs and workshops.
- Ensured child safety through thorough home visits, assessments, and coordination with relevant service providers.
- Maintained accurate case records for efficient decision-making processes and legal compliance requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive service plans tailored to each family's unique needs.
- Mentored junior practitioners, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Implemented innovative approaches to problem-solving, leading to more effective resolutions for complex client issues.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs, developing targeted action plans for optimal outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring continued excellence in service delivery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of family services.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop family action plans.
Family Services Practitioner
Anglicare Victoria
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Improved family well-being by assessing needs and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Supported successful reunification of separated families by closely monitoring progress and addressing any barriers that arose.
- Helped families overcome financial challenges by assisting them in creating realistic budgets and connecting them with available financial assistance programs.
- Provided culturally sensitive services to diverse populations, ensuring equitable treatment for all clients served in the program.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Early Childhood Educator
Prom Coast Centres For Children
04.2012 - 09.2018
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Utilized research-based instructional strategies to promote critical thinking skills in young learners.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
Family Daycare Provider
Uniting Care
07.2009 - 03.2012
- Enhanced children's social skills by implementing engaging group activities and team-building exercises.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Boosted cognitive development through age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Increased parental satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular progress updates.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Managed administrative tasks such as billing, licensing requirements, and keeping up-to-date on childcare regulations.
- Improved overall daycare efficiency by maintaining detailed records of attendance, incidents, and daily routines.
Early Childhood Educator
ABC Early Learning Centre
10.2005 - 12.2008
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Collaborated with a team of educators to develop an inclusive curriculum that met the diverse needs of all students.
- Provided individualized support for children with special needs, enabling them to thrive in the classroom setting.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, facilitating effective parent-educator communication focused on growth and improvement.
- Promoted healthy habits amongst children by leading physical activities and teaching about proper nutrition choices during snack time.
- Contributed to a positive centre culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues on various initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes.
Education
Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) -
Australian Institute of Proessional Counsellors
Melbourne04.2020
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Selmar Early Childhood Education Institute
Melbourne03.2016
Skills
- Active Listening
- Organizational Skills
- Client Assessment
- Empathy and Compassion
- Effective Communication
- Computer Proficiency
- Problem Solving
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Needs Assessments
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Written and Verbal Communication
Professional Development Training
- CALM Suicide Prevention
- Safe and Together Family Violence
- MARAM Family Violence Framework
- Neurobiology of Trauma
- Motivational Interviewing
- Professional Business Writing
- Guiding and Supporting Adolescent Behaviour
Timeline
Senior Family Preservation Practitioner
Anglicare Victoria
09.2021 - Current
Family Services Practitioner
Anglicare Victoria
09.2018 - 09.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Prom Coast Centres For Children
04.2012 - 09.2018
Family Daycare Provider
Uniting Care
07.2009 - 03.2012
Early Childhood Educator
ABC Early Learning Centre
10.2005 - 12.2008
Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) -
Australian Institute of Proessional Counsellors
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Selmar Early Childhood Education Institute
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