Cora McEvoy
Bondi,Australia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Professional with a strong background in behavioural therapy, trauma-informed care, and psychosocial support. Skilled in building trust-based relationships, developing person-centred care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve client wellbeing. Known for empathy, active listening, and clear communication in high-pressure settings. Recently relocated from Ireland to Sydney, bringing over five years of hands-on experience supporting individuals across diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Ann’s Children’s Care
Ireland
- Developed and implemented care plans addressing clients’ physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
- Built strong rapport with clients and families through empathy and clear communication.
- Assigned as a key worker, providing consistent therapeutic support and case coordination.
- Monitored health conditions, administered medication, and liaised with medical professionals.
- Delivered crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies to maintain client safety.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on stress management, coping strategies, and interpersonal relationships.
- Evaluated client progress using evidence-based assessment tools to track treatment outcomes.
Social Care Coordinator
D&G; Private Care Home
Ireland
- Led care planning, assessments, and service goal development for residents with varying needs.
- Collaborated with nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals to ensure holistic care delivery.
- Supervised and supported care staff, ensuring compliance with high-quality service standards.
- Maintained organised care documentation systems and handled sensitive information with discretion.
- Built strong relationships with residents’ families to promote communication and trust.
Healthcare Assistant
D&G; Private Care Home
Ireland
- Delivered compassionate personal care and support to promote dignity, independence, and comfort.
- Supported residents with hygiene, nutrition, and mobility while observing and reporting wellbeing changes.
- Contributed to infection control and hygiene compliance through equipment maintenance and cleaning.
- Encouraged social participation and emotional wellbeing through daily activities and empathetic support.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
University of West London
UKBachelor of Social Sciences - Social Science
University College Cork
IrelandSkills
- Behavioural Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Mental Health Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Patient Rapport-Building
- Emotional Support
- Record-Keeping & Documentation
- Collaboration & Teamwork
Certification
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Integrating Care: Depression, Anxiety and Physical Illness
- Youth Mental Health: Helping Young People with Anxiety
- Introduction to Children’s First
- COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control Guidance
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
- FETAC QQI Level 5 Qualification
- Full Clean Irish Driving Licence
Timeline
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Ann’s Children’s Care
Social Care Coordinator
D&G; Private Care Home
Healthcare Assistant
D&G; Private Care Home
Master of Science - Psychology
University of West London
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Social Science
University College Cork