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Hovea Reed

Summary

Highly motivated clinical social worker with extensive experience providing support to individuals and families impacted by trauma, sexual assault, child abuse and family and domestic violence. Highly skilled in conducting assessments, problem solving and working collaboratively with other agencies.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Victim Support & Child Witness Worker

Department Of Justice
01.2010 - Current

* Clinical practice involving the assessment and treatment of individuals and families impacted by crime, including provision of critical incident stress debriefing and counselling that aims to address trauma reactions including anxiety, depression, grief and loss.

*Intensive support to victims of crime and child witnesses within the criminal justice system including provision of information on court proceedings, court updates and witness preparation in line with judicial guidelines.

*Ongoing liaison with WA Police and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution to obtain information about Police investigations and criminal prosecutions.

*Collaboration and advocacy with other government and non-government agencies and multidisiplanary teams to facilitate personalised support for clients.

*Preparation of court based documents and reports such as special witness and pre-recording assessments.

*Case management of large case loads and ongoing maintenance of detailed records of case work.

Hospital Social Worker

WA Country Health Service
09.2012 - 12.2012
  • Provision of thorough biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations to inform appropriate interventions for diverse populations.
  • Development of comprehensive discharge plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Delivered culturally competent care by adapting interventions to meet the unique needs of diverse populations.
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care and outcomes.
  • Advocated for patients to secure resources and services during hospitalization and postdischarge.
  • Educated patients and families on available community resources, promoting self-sufficiency and autonomy.
  • Navigated complex healthcare systems to coordinate optimal care for patients with multiple comorbidities.


Education

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Edith Cowan University
Bunbury

Skills

  • Empathy
  • Communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Cultural competence
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Hospital Social Worker

WA Country Health Service
09.2012 - 12.2012

Victim Support & Child Witness Worker

Department Of Justice
01.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Edith Cowan University
Hovea Reed