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Janette Lingwoodock

Mental Health Social Worker/ Lecturer
Toowoomba,QLD

Summary

I am a mature aged Aboriginal Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Lecturer with over 20 years of professional experience in working in these fields, I have also worked in many different contexts as a Social Worker, have also worked in the legal area as a pre-sentence court report writer, various facilitation jobs, counselling positions, health promotion, employment, drug and alcohol counselling, tackling Indigenous smoking program. I am currently employed in a University Department of Rural Health as a Clinical Educator/ Lecturer.

I am a very organized and dependable employee successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet the challenges of doing a PhD.

Dedicated Health professional with history of meeting organizational goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance my clients outcomes. Experienced Social worker with over 20 years of experience in Mental Health and related fields. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving consumer satisfaction.

Overview

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20 Years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Academic (Indigenous Health)

UQ/Southern Queensland Rural Health
Toowoomba, QLD
08.2022 - Current
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Lecturer

Griffith University
Logan City, QLD
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
  • Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Stayed abreast of developments within Indigenous Studies to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues and students
  • Stayed abreast of developments within Indigenous Studies to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.

Intake Officer Mental Health Team Gladstone

Queensland Health Gladstone
Gladstone, QLD
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Handled 20 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

Lecturer

University Of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
05.2019 - 06.2021
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
  • Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
  • Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
  • Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
  • Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
  • Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
  • Delivered lectures at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension by non-native English-speaking students.
  • Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
  • Developed instructional resources, such as graphs and visual materials, for use in class.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
  • Graded over 30 assignments per week and entered grades into USQ's data base.
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Led and prepared lectures for Indigenous Studies classes.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
  • Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
  • Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
  • Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Stayed abreast of developments within ndigenous Studies to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues and students
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.

Education

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

Deakin University
Geelong, VIC
10.2003 - 10.2003

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker - Mental Health

Australian Association of Social Workers
Melbourne
02.2012 - 02.2012

Skills

Clinical Support

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Timeline

Clinical Academic (Indigenous Health)

UQ/Southern Queensland Rural Health
08.2022 - Current

Lecturer

Griffith University
05.2022 - 07.2022

Intake Officer Mental Health Team Gladstone

Queensland Health Gladstone
08.2020 - 01.2022

Lecturer

University Of Southern Queensland
05.2019 - 06.2021

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker - Mental Health

Australian Association of Social Workers
02.2012 - 02.2012

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

Deakin University
10.2003 - 10.2003

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