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Emma Adams

Mittagong,NSW

Summary

Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

YAM Helper

Mental Health in Mind International AB (MHiM)
01.2024 - Current

Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.

  • Enhanced therapeutic relationships through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care for clients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in mental health care.
  • Built rapport with diverse populations through cultural competency training and inclusive practices within ttherapeutic setting.

Voluntary Assistant

Mindspot Psychology and Consulting
03.2022 - Current

Developing behavioural support plans for clients, functional assessments and other interview/intake/observations in non NDIS space

  • Contributed to th development of program materials, leading to more effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of psychology.
  • Conducted in-depth psychological assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with psychologists to develop personalised treatment plans for better patient outcomes.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, sharing insights and collaborating on comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Streamlined office operations through efficient scheduling of appointments and coordination of case files.

Professional Trainer

Self-employed
01.2019 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
  • Analysed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
  • Prepared and presented supplementary learning material to support structured lessons.
  • Established and maintained quality control standards.
  • Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.

Riding Instructor

Self-employed
04.2016 - Current
  • Diffused potentially dangerous situations between horses and students with practices instilled through experience and repetition.
  • Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
  • Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
  • Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
  • Monitored student progress and provided individualised instruction to meet student needs and goals.
  • Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
  • Supported students needing extra assistance in learning basic tenets of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.

Practice Manager

Advanced Family Dental
04.2013 - 09.2018
  • Managed daily practice operations to optimise appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
  • Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
  • Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve patient access, satisfaction and care quality.
  • Trained interns and newly hired team members on office procedures and computer system.
  • Provided supervision and management to team of support personnel.
  • Supervised team of 6 office personnel.
  • Communicated closely with patients, ensuring medical information was kept private.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.

Education

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - Psychology (Honours)

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
11.2023

Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science And Health - Science

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Chevalier College
Bowral, NSW
11.2007

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Social Skills Training
  • Self-Care Techniques
  • Individualised service plans
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Payment Collection
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Client Engagement
  • Staff Coaching
  • Coordinating Program Resources
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Health Records Management

Accomplishments

Attended and presented honours research at the ISSPD Congress 2023


International Champion Athlete that competed in Canada, USA, and the UK to win riding championships in 2013, 2015 and 2017


ENSW Athlete of the year 2013, 2014 and 2022

Timeline

YAM Helper

Mental Health in Mind International AB (MHiM)
01.2024 - Current

Voluntary Assistant

Mindspot Psychology and Consulting
03.2022 - Current

Professional Trainer

Self-employed
01.2019 - Current

Riding Instructor

Self-employed
04.2016 - Current

Practice Manager

Advanced Family Dental
04.2013 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - Psychology (Honours)

University of Wollongong

Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science And Health - Science

University of Wollongong

High School Diploma -

Chevalier College
Emma Adams