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Chitra Winsor

Psychologist ✦ Experienced Mental Health Professional ✦ Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Ballarat,VIC

Summary

AHPRA registered Psychologist; Master of Psychology (Clinicial) and experienced mental health professional with a strong foundation in clinical practice and consumer care across the lifespan. Skilled in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, and assessment.

Known for working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Client-centred and passionate about facilitating meaningful change for consumers.

Work History

School Psychologist

Berry Street
Berry Street School, Ballarat
05.2026 - Current
  • Conduct a range of comprehensive psychological assessments (including BASC, WISC, WIAT) to identify student needs and develop intervention strategies.
  • Use of QGlobal and QInteractive platforms
  • Collaborated with educators to implement effective behavioral management plans tailored to individual students.
  • Facilitate group reflective practice for school support staff.
  • Lead professional learning workshops for education staff on psychological topics (staff choice).

Mental Health Clinician & Intake Clinician

Uniting Vic.Tas
Ballarat, VIC
01.2023 - Current
  • Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused counselling using evidence based interventions (CBT, DBT, ACT) within a trauma informed framework.
  • Conduct clinical assessments, risk management, and apply MARAM, FVISS, and CISS frameworks in clinical practice.
  • Develop collaborative care plans and provide secondary consultation to internal and external staff.
  • Project management of the operations manual.
  • Train and supervise new clinicians and students on placement in policies, procedures and clinical work.
  • Strengthen client coping and engagement through psychoeducation, evidence-based interventions, and culturally-sensitive approaches.
  • Support a diverse client population with a broad range of mental health difficulties.
  • Intake Clinician: process referrals, assess risk, allocate consumer to clinicians, obtain information from referrer and other relevant sources.

Provisional School Psychologist

Berry Street
Berry Street School, Ballarat
03.2026 - 05.2026

As above

Provisional Psychologist

Federation University
Ballarat, VIC
07.2024 - 12.2025

Clinical Placements

Grampians Health, Mental Health Services

  • Provided psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for adult clients.
  • Delivered evidence-based clinical interventions using CBT, DBT, ACT, and schema-informed therapy.
  • Completed comprehensive treatment planning and risk assessments in consultation with psychiatrists.
  • Developed and implemented individualised, evidence-based treatment plans for adult clients.
  • Conducted cognitive and memory assessments using Wechsler scales (WAIS, WISC, and WMS) on children and adults.
  • Use of QGlobal and QInteractive platforms and software.
  • Interpreted neurodevelopmental screening and assessment tools to aid in intervention planning and recommendations

FedCare Psychology Services & Lucas Primary School

  • Provided clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment across the lifespan, (children, in school and clinic settings, adolescents, adults, and older adults).
  • Delivered psychological services within both educational and private clinic environments, supporting a diverse range of developmental/ neurodevelopmental and mental health presentations.
  • Developed and delivered evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of children, adolescents, and adults
  • Administered, scored and interpreted cognitive and academic assessments using Wechsler scales (WISC, WAIS, WIAT). Completed Assessment Reports with this information.
  • Interpreted neurodevelopmental screening and assessment tools to aid in intervention planning and recommendations.

Tenancy Manager

Centacare Housing (CatholicCare Victoria Housing)
Ballarat, VIC
03.2013 - 07.2018
  • Conducted financial evaluations of income for National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS) applications.
  • Project and operations management of all aspects of property management. Developed spreadsheets and documentation processes to streamline and improve efficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive tenancy information packs to facilitate tenant understanding.
  • Assisted in managing stakeholder relationships, including investors, builders, owners, and agencies.
  • Led the development of an operations manual, including spreadsheets and forms.
  • Assisted in preparing documentation for VCAT hearings and attended representing the organisation.

Mental Health Support Worker

Centacare Ballarat (CatholicCare Victoria)
Ballarat, VIC
08.2009 - 03.2013

Roles:

Intake Worker for combined Mental Health Services

  • Triaged referrals and conducted intake assessments for Centacare’s Mental Health Services.
  • Allocated clients and coordinated with clients, families, referrers, and external agencies.
  • Ran weekly intake meetings and documented minutes for smooth service delivery.

Support Worker (Outreach), Adult Mental Health Services

  • Provided in-home psychosocial support, including transport, case management, and attending care team meetings.
  • Linked clients to community services and groups, facilitating engagement and participation.
  • Supported clients’ recovery and independent living, enhancing mental health and daily functioning.

Residential and Outreach support worker

  • Supported young people with dual diagnoses (AOD and Mental Health) in residential and outreach programs, using a biopsychosocial approach to recovery.
  • Delivered psychosocial support, case management, risk assessment, and implemented Individual Program Plans (client created goals).
  • Linked clients to community services, fostered independent living skills, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.

Residential Support Worker

Lisa Lodge (Berry Street)
Ballarat, VIC
08.2008 - 02.2011
  • Supported high-risk youth in out-of-home care, delivered therapeutic care and promoted wellbeing.
  • Implemented case plans, taught independent living skills, and connected clients to community services.
  • Managed household operations, maintained safety, and completed reports and appropriate care documentation.

Assistant Store Manager

Urban Burger
Melbourne, VIC
12.2005 - 12.2006
  • Managed daily store operations.
  • Managed daily opening and closing operations, responsible for maintaining financial accuracy and integrity.
  • Management and training of staff to enhance team performance and service quality.
  • Implemented inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.

Practice Operations Manager

Self Employed
Ballarat, VIC
2015 - 2023

Private Allied Health Practice (Sole Practitioner)

  • Oversaw daily operations, streamlining workflows and administrative systems to ensure optimal service delivery and efficiency.
  • Project managed a full practice relocation, coordinating planning, logistics, contractors, and implementation.
  • Led financial and operational planning, including budgeting, cost control, and process improvements to support sustainable practice growth.
  • Streamlined client administration, scheduling, records management, and communication to enhance time management and service quality.
  • Coordinated with external stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and insurers to support operational efficiency and strategic objectives.

Education

Master of Psychology (Clinical) -

Federation University Australia
03-2026

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) -

Federation University Australia
12-2023

Skills

  • AHPRA Registered Psychologist
  • Experience working in school settings
  • Staff taining and mentoring
  • Evidence-based therapeutic interventions
  • Cognitive & Academic assessments; Wechsler scales
  • Psychological assessment
  • Team building
  • Decision-making
  • Staff training
  • Operations and project management

Timeline

School Psychologist

Berry Street
05.2026 - Current

Provisional School Psychologist

Berry Street
03.2026 - 05.2026

Provisional Psychologist

Federation University
07.2024 - 12.2025

Mental Health Clinician & Intake Clinician

Uniting Vic.Tas
01.2023 - Current

Tenancy Manager

Centacare Housing (CatholicCare Victoria Housing)
03.2013 - 07.2018

Mental Health Support Worker

Centacare Ballarat (CatholicCare Victoria)
08.2009 - 03.2013

Residential Support Worker

Lisa Lodge (Berry Street)
08.2008 - 02.2011

Assistant Store Manager

Urban Burger
12.2005 - 12.2006

Master of Psychology (Clinical) -

Federation University Australia

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) -

Federation University Australia

Practice Operations Manager

Self Employed
2015 - 2023
Chitra WinsorPsychologist ✦ Experienced Mental Health Professional ✦ Master of Psychology (Clinical)