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Inonge Mubita

West Ryde,NSW

Summary

Compassionate counsellor, and conscientious professional with extensive knowledge, experience, and skills in social services, counseling, behavior management, and interpersonal relations. Solid educational background in counseling, Pastoral Care, and Social Work, with a thorough understanding of human systems, growth evaluation, and assessment of conditions that cause problems. Able to maintain a balanced perspective and provide sensitive care when working with clients. Dedicated to educating and supporting individuals, groups and families to enhance their mental and general well-being by setting realistic goals and overcoming obstacles that may hinder progress.


*Open to relocation opportunities anywhere.


Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counsellor

Wellways
05.2023 - Current

FULL TIME POSITION

  • Utilizing expert knowledge, communication skills, and empathy to deliver counseling services to Carers with the flexible application of evidence-based clinical therapies including Rogerian and CBT
  • Conduct thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Managing a caseload of 4-5 individual sessions a day and 2 group sessions online and in thecommunity a week.
  • Facilitating therapeutic groups using different therapies and techniques as well as lead and develop psychoeducational groups to increase awareness and understanding of mental health issues.
  • Developing and influencing community relationships to deliver counselling services to specific carer groups including the LGBTI community, young carers from rural and/or remote communities as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Counsellor

Healthscope Limited
11.2022 - 12.2023

CASUAL POSITION

  • Providing evidence-based Counselling services for youths and adults presenting with a range of psychiatric disorders accessing the inpatient and outpatient therapeutic programs. Running 2-3 groups a week and having 2-3 one-on-one individual sessions a day. As well as practicing Mindfulness Walk 30min daily with patients
  • Providing consultancy to other members of the multidisciplinary team and maximise the efficacy of the clinical services through the development of productive and professional relationships with referral sources
  • Identification, developing, implementing and evaluation of therapeutic programs and ensuring that they are current and congruent with patient needs
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management in the hospital

Sales Assistant - 3IC -Management

Kathmandu
02.2021 - 05.2023

31C (3rd in Charge) Part-Time

  • Sales, upselling and Customer service
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve a cohesive and efficient store environment.
  • Managed inventory to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing overstock and out-of-stock situations.
  • Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on current products, promotions, and industry trends.
  • Kept up-to-date records of daily sales activities, monitoring progress towards individual goals.
  • Built rapport with repeat customers, fostering long-term loyalty to the brand.
  • Executed visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and drive sales.
  • Boosted store revenue through upselling and cross-selling techniques.

Pastoral Care/ Counselling/ Gallup Strength Coach (Probono)

Theracoaching
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Helping people do what they do best every day to improve their quality of life inside and outside of work
  • Helping people discover their natural talents (abilities) and use them to overcome life challenges and better themselves
  • Providing personal-centred counselling to individuals (During Sydney COVID-19 lockdowns)
  • Providing pastoral care for church members who are in distress

Telephone Counsellor (Voluntary/Placement)

The Friendship Centre
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Working with clients from correction centers
  • Offering them counselling for addictions and anger management
  • Provide assistance to individuals regarding personal development and achieving goals
  • Discuss the treatment plan with patients to identify faults and room for improvement
  • Develop and facilitate life skills sessions and personalized programs
  • Monitor, evaluate, and collect data on the client's progress and targeted skills
  • Monitor the support given, work with the client and develop goals
  • Development, planning, evaluation, and research the best evidence-based approaches for individuals' challenges
  • Ensure accuracy in preparing written progress reports and change treatment plan when needed
  • Utilize excellent communication skills to enhance client's improvement and motivate them to reach their goals
  • Making sure that the client is engaging in sessions

Au Pair

Private Family
01.2014 - 01.2016

Denmark, Copenhegen

  • Taking care of two boys aged 8 and 8
  • Prepared meals, snacks, and refreshments for the children
  • Organised games and other fun activities for the children
  • Engaged in general house chores
  • Helped children to feel comfortable and supported them when they are sick or upset
  • Managed daily schedules effectively, ensuring punctuality for school drop-offs and pick-ups as well as extracurricular activities.
  • Developed creative activities to encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
  • Developed strong bonds with host family members resulting in lasting relationships beyond contract term.
  • Developed bilingual abilities in Danish through immersive conversation and activities.

Customer Service Agent

Mercury Express Logistics
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Data entry and secretarial duties
  • Resolved all client queries (walk in clients, on call clients and emails)
  • Making sure all international and local shipments for export are manifested and signed for
  • Sell insurance to clients for goods in transit
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  • Effectively managed escalations from dissatisfied customers, working closely with management to ensure timely resolutions that maintained brand reputation.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to quickly identify and address customer issues.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers, ensuring positive experiences.

Social Worker

Ministry of Community Development and Social Services
02.2008 - 12.2010

Ministry of Development and Social Service (Zambia)

  • Educate people and families about medical programs offered by the government and follow-up
  • Organised learning resources and the classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning experience for adults
  • Educated women in communities with leadership skills and income-generating projects they can start
  • Helped aged and disabled people with a range of daily tasks e.g
  • Shopping, help with cleaning, mobility support, help plan any social events attendance, organizing transportation to any doctor's appointments and just socialize with them
  • Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.

Self-Employed (Retail)

Nono's Fashions
02.2004 - 12.2010
  • Improved customer retention by fostering strong relationships and delivering tailored solutions.
  • Enhanced revenue streams by identifying new market opportunities and diversifying offerings.
  • Created marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Working with manufactures and retail partners

Education

Master's degree - counselling

Excelsia College
Sydney, NSW
08.2022

Advanced diploma - Pastoral Leadership

Hillsong Leadership College
Sydney, NSW
12.2019

Diploma - Leadership

Word of Faith Bible Institute
Lusaka, Zambia
08.2012

Diploma - Social Work

Society of Business Practitioners United Kingdom
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2009

Skills

  • Progress Assessment and Research
  • Advocacy & Motivation
  • Treatment Plan Development
  • Crisis Management
  • Program Planning & Development
  • Intake Experience
  • Behavioural ManagementLeadersho
  • Case Management
  • Leadership Management & Mentoring
  • Organizational Leadership Skills
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

Certification

  • ACA Level2 Member
  • Full Driver Licence
  • WWC Clearance
  • National Police Clearance

Personal Details

  • Eligible to work in Australia: Yes
  • Highest Level of Education: Masters Degree

Timeline

Counsellor

Wellways
05.2023 - Current

Pastoral Care/ Counselling/ Gallup Strength Coach (Probono)

Theracoaching
01.2023 - 04.2023

Counsellor

Healthscope Limited
11.2022 - 12.2023

Telephone Counsellor (Voluntary/Placement)

The Friendship Centre
01.2022 - 01.2023

Sales Assistant - 3IC -Management

Kathmandu
02.2021 - 05.2023

Au Pair

Private Family
01.2014 - 01.2016

Customer Service Agent

Mercury Express Logistics
01.2010 - 01.2014

Social Worker

Ministry of Community Development and Social Services
02.2008 - 12.2010

Self-Employed (Retail)

Nono's Fashions
02.2004 - 12.2010

Advanced diploma - Pastoral Leadership

Hillsong Leadership College

Master's degree - counselling

Excelsia College

Diploma - Leadership

Word of Faith Bible Institute

Diploma - Social Work

Society of Business Practitioners United Kingdom
Inonge Mubita