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Jack Thomas King

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate social work professional with a strong track record of empowering clients to adapt and thrive in new environments. By combining empathy, cultural sensitivity, and strategic problem-solving, I provide holistic support that helps individuals from diverse backgrounds reach their full potential. My focused advocacy work in the homelessness sector and working with children and young people has sharpened my ability to contribute to impactful programs and collaborate effectively with community partners to address both immediate needs and long-term resilience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adolescent Violence in the Home Practitioner

Peninsula Health
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Conduct comprehensive AVITH risk assessments, management planning, and interventions—including case management, individual and family support, group sessions, and Care Team Meetings—in alignment with Family Safety Victoria/Department of Families Fairness & Housing guidelines and Peninsula Health Policy.
  • Apply theoretical frameworks covering adolescent development, family systems, intersectional feminist, and structural theory to inform tailored interventions.
  • Maintain high-quality standards in communication, documentation, data management, and recordkeeping.
  • Plan and execute regular client reviews and discharge planning.
  • Utilize the Family Violence and Child Information Sharing Schemes for ongoing risk assessment and safety planning.
  • Actively participate in team and organizational accountability processes, including annual professional development reviews.
  • Adhere strictly to organizational OH&S and workplace safety policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate on quality improvement initiatives within the Family Violence Service.
  • Stay current on best practices and legislative updates related to AVITH interventions and the broader Victorian Integrated Response to Family Violence.

Social Worker - Child and Youth

Brentwood Secondary College
03.2023 - 02.2025
  • Provide individualized support and counselling to students.
  • Foster personal development by promoting and monitoring positive changes in students’ outlook and abilities.
  • Coordinate and supervise the Wellbeing team to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Assess caseloads and develop tailored case management plans.
  • Leading the placement program in a supervisory role, providing weekly guidance to social work university students, monitoring their progress toward learning objectives, and facilitating the practical application of theoretical concepts.
  • Collaborate with key school community stakeholders to design and implement wellbeing programs that enhance mental health and facilitate early intervention.
  • Deliver educational sessions on wellbeing and mental health to staff, students, and parents (e.g., Youth Mental Health First Aid Training).
  • Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers to support student health and wellbeing.

Overnight Coordinator

VincentCare
04.2020 - 03.2023
  • Provide direct service delivery at Ozanam House crisis accommodation, managing intake, induction, client education on rights and responsibilities, and referrals.
  • Oversee shift operations including supervising Safety Officers, coordinating with on-call personnel, and ensuring comprehensive handovers with Engagement Workers in line with safety protocols and policies.
  • Conduct risk assessments and manage daily operations—including welfare checks, task coordination, and critical incident responses—per VincentCare procedures.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, community agencies, government entities, and emergency services to develop partnerships, standardize protocols, and enhance client outcomes.
  • Support service evaluation and continuous improvement through client outcome monitoring, professional development, and regular performance appraisals.
  • Employ person-centred, strengths-based & trauma-informed approaches to build rapport, promote independence, facilitate access to therapeutic and social inclusion services, and maintain professional boundaries.
  • Ensure accurate, compliant documentation by managing client records, file notes, risk assessments, and data reporting to funding providers, while adhering to privacy legislation and maintaining transparent team communication.

Case Management / Key Worker

VincentCare
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Managing a caseload while using assertive engagement techniques to build and maintain robust, recovery-focused client relationships.
  • Develop and implement tailored case plans in collaboration with clients, ensuring they address individual needs, goals, and strengths.
  • Ensure accurate, timely maintenance of client records and data collection, monitoring progress to achieve program targets in line with policies.
  • Serve as a mediator and advocate for clients, coordinating effectively with various services, professionals, and agencies.
  • Implement the Case Management and Trauma Informed Care Frameworks and collaborate with IMCH teams on the Homelessness Resource Centre roster.
  • Engage in continuous professional development, staying current with housing and homelessness policies, and actively participating in appraisals, supervision, reviews, and team meetings to support a collaborative work environment.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitator

Mental Health First Aid Australia
08.2023 - Current
  • Educate participants on youth mental health by exploring key topics such as psychosis, eating disorders, depression and anxiety, substance use and aggression, suicidal thoughts and behaviours, panic attacks, and non-suicidal self-injury.
  • Equip participants with practical skills to recognize early signs and symptoms and provide initial support during a mental health crisis.
  • Raise awareness to reduce stigma and enhance support for young people facing mental health challenges.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Federation University
Melbourne, VIC
11-2022

Graduate Diploma of Psychology -

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
02-2019

Bachelor of Psychological Science -

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
10-2018

Skills

  • Rapport Building
  • Client Support/Engagement
  • Reflective Practice/Supervision
  • De-escalation Management
  • Working Autonomously & Collaboratively
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Assertiveness
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Community Outreach

Certification

  • Comprehensive MARAM Training: Adults Using Violence - No to Violence (May 2025)
  • Introduction to Working with Adolescents and Young Men Using Intimate Partner Violence - Youth Support and Advocacy Service (YSAS) (May 2025)
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitator Course (Face to Face & Online Delivery) - Mental Health First Aid (October 2023)
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid - Mental Health First Aid (May 2023)
  • Adult Mental Health First Aid - Life Saving Victoria (October 2022)
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) - Living Works (December 2022)

Timeline

Adolescent Violence in the Home Practitioner

Peninsula Health
02.2025 - 06.2025

Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitator

Mental Health First Aid Australia
08.2023 - Current

Social Worker - Child and Youth

Brentwood Secondary College
03.2023 - 02.2025

Case Management / Key Worker

VincentCare
04.2021 - 10.2021

Overnight Coordinator

VincentCare
04.2020 - 03.2023

Master of Social Work -

Federation University

Graduate Diploma of Psychology -

Deakin University

Bachelor of Psychological Science -

Victoria University

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