• Provided person-centred support to a diverse group of NDIS participants, including children with autism, youth with mental health challenges, and adults with disabilities
• Assisted with daily living tasks and community access, fostering independence and social inclusion
• Supported participants in attending medical or therapy appointments by confirming schedules, providing reminders, and assisting with preparation
• Liaised with therapists and coordinators to reschedule appointments when needed, and communicated participant preferences to support more accessible service delivery
• Communicated regularly with families and allied health professionals to ensure consistent and goal-aligned support
• Monitored participant well-being and identified opportunities to improve daily support practices
Social work student placement – Yeronga Community Centre| Feb 2022 - Jun 2022
• Completed a four-month placement engaging with diverse community members experiencing complex needs
• Collaborated with multiple agencies including Services Australia, Salvation Army, Lifeline, and Red Cross to connect service users with appropriate supports
• Strengthened skills in active listening, rapport-building, and goal-oriented support—skills transferable to NDIS service navigation and coordination
Research Placement – COVID-19 (Zoom-based international project)|Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
• Collaborated virtually with social work students across different countries to research international social service systems and ethical practices
• Co-developed and delivered an online project aimed at sharing cross-cultural insights into social work for students and early-career professionals
• Gained deeper awareness of cultural diversity, non-judgemental practice, and the value of ethical, respectful communication—foundational to person-centred support