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Christine Simons

Social worker
perth

Summary

Social worker with 23 years' experience serving the community, resolving conflicts and providing peer guidance. Dedicated to training in family domestic violence and suicide prevention. Experienced in crisis intervention, providing support, and working successfully with individuals, families and community groups.


Possessing an in depth understanding of social work principles, techniques and practices. Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate social worker with strong organizational skills eager to continue my career in social work.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

Services Australia
02.2006 - Current
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
  • Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
  • De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Provided crisis counselling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.

Support Worker

Richmond Fellowship
07.2001 - 02.2006
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Support Worker

Zonta Women's Refuge
08.2004 - 01.2006
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.

Cook

Paspaley Pearls
01.1998 - 07.2001
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Curtin University
Perth, WA
11.2005

Graduate Certificate - Social Sciences

North Metropolitan TAFE
Mount Lawley, WA
12.1996

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Records Management
  • Policy Planning
  • Intervention Planning
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Client Documentation
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Case Documentation
  • Crisis Assessment
  • Safety Planning
  • Risk Assessment
  • Staff Training and Onboarding
  • Community Resources
  • Domestic Violence Training
  • Cultural Competency
  • Emergency Response Training
  • Community Referrals
  • Case Management
  • Mandatory Reporting Procedures
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Community Training
  • Attention to Detail
  • Compassionate
  • Knowledge of Medical and Psychiatric Terminology
  • Efficient Under Pressure
  • Independent Judgment
  • Data Collection and Management

Timeline

Social Worker

Services Australia
02.2006 - Current

Support Worker

Zonta Women's Refuge
08.2004 - 01.2006

Support Worker

Richmond Fellowship
07.2001 - 02.2006

Cook

Paspaley Pearls
01.1998 - 07.2001

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Curtin University

Graduate Certificate - Social Sciences

North Metropolitan TAFE

References

Mrs Amanda Vassallo

Social Work Support Manager

Western Australia

Services Australia

(08) 9599 2403 0439472104

Amanda.Vassallo@servicesaustralia.gov.au

Helen Halamoutis

Social work Manager

Victoria

Services Australia

03 92325784 0459810838

helen.halamoutis@servicesaustralia.gov.au

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