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Christine Mura

Australia- Relocating To USA ,Florida

Summary

Dedicated Social Worker passionate about integrating faith, purpose, and evidence-based practices to support individuals and families. Completed an Advanced Diploma of Ministry in Australia to deepen understanding of people, identity, and community.


Now returning to the U.S. to advance the Social Work journey and pursue LCSW accreditation. Committed to empowering people with a client-centered approach that fosters resilience and growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

EAP Social Work Clinician

Gryphon Psychology
01.2025 - Current
  • Provide individual therapy using evidence-based and solution-focused techniques to address mental health symptoms and relationship concerns.
  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and collaboratively develop treatment plans tailored to client goals.
  • Respond to critical incidents by providing on-site Psychological First Aid as a first responder, supporting individuals in immediate crisis.

Mental Health Counsellor

BetterHelp
09.2024 - Current
  • Deliver secure telehealth counseling sessions for clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma.
  • Utilize CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based strategies to develop personalized, client-driven interventions.
  • Integrate psycho-education and coping strategies to promote resilience and relapse prevention.

Mental Health Clinican

WACHS
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Oversaw an average caseload of 10 clients, conducting ongoing assessments and assisting with triage to streamline client allocation and care pathways.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating high-risk situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans by utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy.
  • Contract Based role

Fostering Case Worker

Churches of Christ
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of foster carers, children, and families to inform care planning and placement decisions.
  • Trained and prepared foster carers, ensuring they met eligibility requirements and complied with child safety regulations.
  • Delivered psycho-education and skills training to carers on trauma-informed parenting, attachment needs, and behavioral management strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, schools, and allied professionals to ensure placement stability and child wellbeing.
  • Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in a fast-paced environment.

Case Manager

IFYS
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered trauma-informed support for young people in out-of-home care.
  • Collaborated with carers, schools, and allied professionals to improve placement stability and well-being.
  • Oversaw the daily operations of a residential youth house, including household finances, rosters, and scheduling.
  • Managed scheduling and rosters for a 24/7 residential house, ensuring consistent coverage and stability for up to 4 young people

Youth Worker

St. Saviours
07.2019 - 05.2022
  • Supported children and adolescents in residential care, providing emotional, behavioural, and practical support to foster safety and stability.
  • Applied trauma-informed strategies to strengthen emotional regulation, social skills, and resilience.
  • Collaborated with case workers, therapists, and educators to contribute to care planning and achieve positive client outcomes.

Case Worker

ONE80TC
06.2018 - 11.2021
  • Promotion achieved June 2021 — advanced to Case Worker from Support Worker
  • Supported adults in their recovery journey within a Christian therapeutic community, focusing on restoring identity, purpose, and hope through both evidence-based practice and faith-based principles.
  • Facilitated group and one-on-one sessions exploring personal identity, values, and spiritual growth, helping clients rebuild confidence and self-worth.
  • Developed and facilitated a pioneering Sexual Integrity program, empowering clients to explore boundaries, self-identity, and values-based decision-making as part of long-term recovery.
  • Collaborated with clinicians, counsellors, and pastoral staff to deliver integrated, client-centred support.


Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, Connecticut

Advanced Diploma in Ministry - Ministry

Hillsong College
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy
  • Client Focus: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families, Foster Care, AOD Recovery
  • Clinical Expertise: Biopsychosocial Assessments, Case Formulation, Psychoeducation, Crisis Intervention
  • Approach: Trauma-Informed, Strengths-Based, Holistic Care
  • Tech Skills: Telehealth Platforms, Clinical Documentation, Outcome Tracking

Affiliations

Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) – Accredited Member

Timeline

EAP Social Work Clinician

Gryphon Psychology
01.2025 - Current

Mental Health Counsellor

BetterHelp
09.2024 - Current

Mental Health Clinican

WACHS
07.2024 - 09.2024

Fostering Case Worker

Churches of Christ
09.2022 - 07.2024

Case Manager

IFYS
05.2022 - 01.2023

Youth Worker

St. Saviours
07.2019 - 05.2022

Case Worker

ONE80TC
06.2018 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Social Work -

University of Saint Joseph

Advanced Diploma in Ministry - Ministry

Hillsong College

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