GEORGIA HERBERT
Huntley
Summary
Passionate Bachelor of Psychology graduate with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, mental health, and wellbeing. Experienced in supporting children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds, including CALD, refugee, and LGBTIQ+ communities. Skilled in client-facing and administrative roles, with expertise in coordinating programs, facilitating group sessions, managing sensitive information, and supporting staff and team wellbeing. Committed to fostering safety, resilience, and empowerment, with a long-term goal of contributing to the holistic development and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receptionist & Acting/Assistant Practice Manager
Dr Matt Starr Plastic Surgery & Skin
01.2023 - Current
- Front desk reception, client coordination, and operational support
- 2IC, covering interim and long-term periods as Acting Practice Manager
- Surgical coordination across public and private systems; pre-operative BDM screenings and suitability interviews
- Staff leadership including wellbeing check-ins, conflict resolution, and escalation of concerns when required
- Implement day-to-day and ongoing staff wellbeing and engagement initiatives
- AHPRA-compliant clinical documentation and management of sensitive patient information
- Deliver complex or sensitive conversations with patients and families, including those navigating cancer-related procedures
- Strong communication skills across phone, written, and clinical interview settings
Volunteer Children's Wellbeing Support
Rockdale Musical Society
01.2023 - Current
- Support children in building self-confidence, emotional resilience, and performing arts skills
- Mentor young people to apply confidence strategies in school and daily life
- Collaborate with other volunteers to create an inclusive and supportive environment
Receptionist / Admin Assistant
Parkes Street General Practice
01.2019 - Current
- Front desk reception, appointment management, and patient coordination in a fast-paced medical setting
- Acted as 2IC for the region’s only mass vaccination and testing clinic between Barden Ridge and Bulli, supporting operations vaccinating up to 300 patients per day during peak periods
- Managed Medicare billing, referrals, recalls, and confidential patient records
- Supported GPs and nurses with administrative tasks, patient flow, and organisational systems
- Clear, compassionate communication with diverse patients and families
Program Leader
Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) Program NSW Education - Illawarra
2024 - 2024
- Delivered structured mental health education programs to Year 8–11 students using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches
- Facilitated group discussions, provided brief individual support, and encouraged early help-seeking behaviours
- Identified wellbeing needs and escalated concerns appropriately to school wellbeing teams
- Collaborated with school staff to share insights and contribute to early-intervention and support planning
- Reported program outcomes and emerging themes to supervisors to support service improvement
Education
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Macquarie University
Sydney06.2025
High School - Dance and Creative Arts
Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts
Wollongong01.2019
Skills
- Child and adolescent engagement
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Trauma-informed and strengths-based practice
- Risk awareness and safety-focused decision making
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusive practice
- Mental health promotion and early intervention
- Facilitating group discussions and wellbeing programs
- Team leadership and implementation of wellbeing support for clients and staff
- Confidentiality, AHPRA-regulated note taking, and accurate patient documentation
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Strong administrative, organisational & time management skills
- Experience with electronic databases and referral pathways
Certification
- License Numbers and certificate copies available on request
- Bachelor of Psychology - Macquarie University
- Letter of Academic Excellence in Developmental, Family and Criminological units of study
- Mental Health First Aid (Completed)
- Certificate of Completion – YAM Program
- Working With Children Check (Volunteer; can upgrade to paid)
- Full NSW Driver’s Licence
- RSA
Section name
Cover Letter attached in separate document
Timeline
Receptionist & Acting/Assistant Practice Manager
Dr Matt Starr Plastic Surgery & Skin
01.2023 - Current
Volunteer Children's Wellbeing Support
Rockdale Musical Society
01.2023 - Current
Receptionist / Admin Assistant
Parkes Street General Practice
01.2019 - Current
High School - Dance and Creative Arts
Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts
Program Leader
Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) Program NSW Education - Illawarra
2024 - 2024
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Macquarie University