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Deborah Assumani

Brisbane,Australia

Summary

Dynamic community services professional with experience in multicultural and settlement support, specialising in cross-cultural communication, client advocacy, and case management. Experienced in assisting individuals and families from diverse backgrounds to navigate complex systems and access essential services including health, housing, education, and community supports. Currently completing a Diploma of Community Services, with strong skills in stakeholder collaboration, documentation, reporting, and client-centred support. Committed to empowering culturally and linguistically diverse communities and achieving positive settlement outcomes.

Work History

Multicultural Support Officer

Centacare FNQ
Cairns , QLD
  • Provided settlement support to individuals and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
  • Conducted client intake, needs assessments, and developed personalised settlement support plans.
  • Assisted clients to access essential services including housing, healthcare, education, employment, and social services.
  • Facilitated community engagement through workshops, information sessions, and community programs.
  • Built strong relationships with multicultural communities, service providers, and key stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with internal teams, government agencies, and community organisations to coordinate client support

Community Support Worker

CPL
Brisbane, Australia
  • Maintained detailed case notes, progress records, and observations in line with organisational and NDIS requirements.
  • Identified incidents, risks, and changes in participant needs and escalated appropriately.
  • Supported implementation of individual support plans and monitored outcomes.
  • Liaised with families, clinicians, and external services to ensure coordinated care delivery.
  • Applied safeguarding principles and promoted participant rights and dignity.

Disability Support Worker

Thrive395
  • Provided culturally responsive support to individuals and families from diverse backgrounds to promote independence and community participation.
  • Assisted clients in accessing essential services including healthcare, housing, education, and community resources.
  • Facilitated community engagement and encouraged participation in social, educational, and recreational activities.
  • Maintained accurate client documentation, progress notes, and reports in line with organisational and regulatory requirements.

Education

Diploma of Community Services -

TAFE QLD
QLD
05-2026

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance -

Certificate III in Community Support -

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Skills

  • Cross-cultural communication and cultural competency
  • Case management and client needs assessment
  • Settlement support and community services navigation
  • Advocacy and client empowerment
  • Community engagement and outreach
  • Stakeholder collaboration and partnership building
  • Referral and service coordination
  • Client-centred and strengths-based practice
  • Workshop facilitation and community education
  • Conflict resolution and problem solving
  • Documentation, case notes, and report writing
  • Knowledge of Australian social and community service systems

References

Available upon request

Compliance And Checks

  • First Aid & CPR
  • NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card)
  • Blue Card
  • National Police Check
  • Driver Licence

Timeline

Community Support Worker

CPL

Disability Support Worker

Thrive395

Multicultural Support Officer

Centacare FNQ

Diploma of Community Services -

TAFE QLD

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance -

Certificate III in Community Support -

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