Esther Muriithi
Shoal Bay,NSW
Summary
Diligent and culturally and linguistically diverse clinician with a strong background in social work and psychology. Experienced in clinical management, successfully managing multidisciplinary teams and implementing effective client care protocols to improve service efficiency. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare and contractual obligations. Project lead for CALD services, prioritizing the delivery of welcoming and equitable Primary Mental Health services to this population.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Manager Primary Mental Health Services /Project Lead
Hunter Primary Care
06.2023 - Current
- Lead clinical oversight and management of service delivery and program operations, ensuring alignment with directives from Service Managers.
- Guide referral management decisions for Team Leaders and Mental Health Workers within the PRIMA service.
- Collaborate with General Practitioners, provisional referrers, and allied health professionals to deliver responsive and informative support tailored to their needs.
- Mentor and lead clinical staff in providing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals across the lifespan with primary mental health and drug & alcohol concerns.
- Serve as a primary mental health care consultant for HPC business units and external mental health providers in funded regions.
- Drive quality management initiatives, foster innovation, and support strategic planning while leading staff through organizational and service changes.
- Perform senior clinician responsibilities, including direct client care and advanced consultation, as required.
Senior Mental Health Clinician
Community Mental Health – CCLHD NSW Health
08.2022 - 06.2023
Senior Clinician
Junee Correctional Centre (Corrective Services)
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared management plans for inmates with challenging behavior and conducted routine mental health checks
- Focused on short-term gains and long-term outcomes with individualized approaches to mental health support
- Helped inmates develop insight into relationships and feelings by encouraging expression and discussion
- Helped lower suicide risks with proactive assessments and interventions
- Assisted inmates with managing psychological concerns through individual and group therapy
- Coordinated psychological services tailored to the needs of different populations
- Helped foster inmates' emotional and physical well-being by assisting with enhancements to care practices
Team Lead - Functional Family Therapy - FFT -CW -High Risk
Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Leading and supporting a team of therapists to deliver FFT-CW services to families of children aged 0-17 years within their home environments across the Riverina region (travel is required).
- Maintaining a small caseload to model best practices and ensure the quality of therapeutic interventions.
- Reporting on program outcomes to ensure accountability, success, and continuous improvement.
- Delivering culturally appropriate services, focusing on the needs of Aboriginal children, young people, and families, while also supporting families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Senior Social Worker
Social Services League - Mpshah Hospital
08.2014 - 12.2018
Social Worker
Social Services League - Mpshah Hospital
01.2009 - 07.2014
Patient Care Coordinator
Aga Khan University Hospital
01.2005 - 12.2008
Education
Graduate Psychology –ADV -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Vic06.2024
Graduate diploma-Psychology -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Vic12.2022
Graduate Certificate in Integrated Violence, Abuse and Neglect Intervention- IVANI -
NSW Health
Sydney, NSW07.2022
Master of Advanced Social Work -
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Vic03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Nairobi
12.2015
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Clinical supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Inhouse Training
References
- Felix Machiridza, Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation, Family Services Manager, 0403-916208, Felix.machiridza@rivmed.org.au
- Lyn Mary Christmas, Community Mental Health NSW Health, 0401756653, christmaslynmary@gmail.com
Relevanttraining
- Domestic & Family Violence Response Training (Recognize, Respond, Refer)
- Essential Skills in Men's Behavior Change Programs Relational Formulation workshop, 03/08/22
Timeline
Clinical Manager Primary Mental Health Services /Project Lead
Hunter Primary Care
06.2023 - Current
Senior Mental Health Clinician
Community Mental Health – CCLHD NSW Health
08.2022 - 06.2023
Senior Clinician
Junee Correctional Centre (Corrective Services)
08.2021 - 08.2022
Team Lead - Functional Family Therapy - FFT -CW -High Risk
Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation
01.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Social Worker
Social Services League - Mpshah Hospital
08.2014 - 12.2018
Social Worker
Social Services League - Mpshah Hospital
01.2009 - 07.2014
Patient Care Coordinator
Aga Khan University Hospital
01.2005 - 12.2008
Graduate diploma-Psychology -
Deakin University
Graduate Certificate in Integrated Violence, Abuse and Neglect Intervention- IVANI -
NSW Health
Master of Advanced Social Work -
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Nairobi
Graduate Psychology –ADV -
Deakin University
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