Garison Leif
Holland Park,QLD
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in the social work field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from traumatic backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Micah Projects
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Aged Care Finder
Micah Projects
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Providing information and support to elderly individuals and their families on all aspects of aged care system.
- Conducting assessments and developing care plans.
- Managing data systems and accurately reporting data to meet expectations and communication between teams.
Sales Representative
Superior Lifestyle
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Supervisor
Telecom Management Services
09.2015 - 10.2019
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Griffith University
Brisbane10-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, Oregon06.2019
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Case management
- Critical reflection
- Compassionate
- Person Centered
- Self-motivated
- Hard working
- Patient
Other Information
- Blue card
- Police checks
- Relevant vaccinations
- QLD drivers license (open)
References
Jade Kozionas
Sustaining Tenancies Coordinator - Micah Projects
Jade.Kozionas@micahprojects.org.au
+61 405 570 669
Capsy Heston
Support & Advocacy Worker - Micah Projects
capsy.heston@micahprojects.org.au
+61 0409 652 215
Vanessa Williams
Aged Care Finder Team Leader - Micah Projects
Vanessa.Williams@micahprojects.org.au
+61 0436 445 879
Timeline
Support Worker
Micah Projects
11.2023 - Current
Aged Care Finder
Micah Projects
06.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Representative
Superior Lifestyle
01.2023 - 06.2023
Supervisor
Telecom Management Services
09.2015 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Social Work -
Griffith University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Umpqua Community College
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