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Diane Ovens

Manager
Port Macquarie,NSW

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

ManagerCommunity Safety Officer Housing OfficerCommunity Development Officer

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hours4-day work week

Summary

Knowledgeable support worker with solid history of managing complex caseloads and providing comprehensive support to diverse client populations. Proven ability to assess client needs and develop tailored action plans that drive positive outcomes. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Housing Officer

Homes Out West,
Albury, NSW
  • Conducted comprehensive analysis of documentation and entered data into computer system to ensure accurate completion of eligibility process re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
  • Performed detailed inspections of homes and apartments to identify safety hazards and necessary repairs.
  • Conducted discussions with housing residents and landlords to ensure understanding of policies and procedures.
  • Determined accurate tenant rent figures to ensure compliance in lease agreements.

Director of Operations

Ozifit Fitness Centre Yarrawonga, Wodonga,Benella
Yarrawonga, VIC
  • Managed and refined production workflows daily, focusing on meeting established business targets.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Engaged with senior management to design and execute long-term corporate strategies aimed at organizational growth.
  • Engaged with vendors and suppliers to establish mutually beneficial contracts and agreements, enhancing operational partnerships.

Relief Case Manager – Flood Relief Officer

Resilient NSW
Port Macquarie, NSW
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
  • Assessed client needs and directed them to suitable team members and community resources for effective treatment solutions.

Manager

Police Citizens Youth Club
Albury, NSW
03.2018 - 02.2021
  • Managed multiple responsibilities, adhering to established deadlines.
  • Worked closely with Youth Crime Management staff to assist and facilitate with funding and Youth programs
  • Designed and implemented impactful fundraising strategies that consistently exceeded budget expectations, generating over $20,000 in annual revenue for five consecutive years.
  • Orchestrated community outreach initiatives, focusing on increasing volunteer involvement and attendance.
  • Supervised and managed team of OOSH childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.

Community Safety Officer

Knox City Council
Sydney, NSW
02.2015 - 05.2017

Assisted with research and development initiatives for graffiti management, advising the taskforce on innovative strategies and progress towards strategic outcomes.

Conducted thorough safety audits with law enforcement and local council representatives to implement CPTED strategies aimed at risk mitigation.

Assisted in improving community safety through management of community safety levy fund, including oversight of graffiti and CCTV contracts. Collaborated with urban design teams and Police to support safer design initiatives.

Boosted community involvement and awareness through development and implementation of programs during community safety month.

Implemented and managed programs designed to support at-risk youth development.

Designed and implemented youth outreach initiatives aimed at increasing volunteer engagement by leveraging collaborations with Lions Club in Melbourne.

Education

Certificate III - Child Care

Australian College of Teacher Aides And Childcare
QLD
06.2024

Skills

  • Skills Customer Service, Reliability, Teamwork, Self Motivation, Communications, Time Management, Child Care, Administration, Case Management, Counsellor, Office Administration, Crime Prevention, Community Development, / Engagement Community Safety

Accomplishments

Won manager of the year

Certification

TAFE NSW - Certificate1V Community Services.

NSW Police - Crime Prevention through Environmental Design.

PCYC NSW - Management Training

PCYC NSW - Youth Mentor

PCYC NSW -Road Safety Coordinator

PCYC Traffic Offenders Program - Facilitator

NSW Police -OHS Work Cover Consultant

Knox City Council - Mental Health Training

NSW TAFE - Certificate 1V Drug & Alcohol

Beck Nutrition - Certificate II in Nutrition

Timeline

Relief Case Manager – Flood Relief Officer

Resilient NSW
02.2020 - 08.2021

Manager

Police Citizens Youth Club
03.2018 - 02.2021

Community Safety Officer

Knox City Council
02.2015 - 05.2017

Certificate III - Child Care

Australian College of Teacher Aides And Childcare

Housing Officer

Homes Out West,

Director of Operations

Ozifit Fitness Centre Yarrawonga, Wodonga,Benella
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