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Jennifer Bradbury

Highland Park,Qld

Summary

Highly organized and experienced team leader with a proven ability to build positive rapport, inspire trust, and guide teams towards the achievement of organizational goals. Strong facilitator, adept at working cross-departmentally with co-management and top-level leadership to ensure seamless collaboration and effective communication. Recognized for excellent training and mentoring skills, providing valuable guidance and support to team members for enhancing their skills and professional growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Team Leader of the Community Mental Health Team

Ingham Health Service
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed a team of two social workers, three nurses and an Indigenous Health Care Worker at Ingham Community Health Centre, which is attached to the Ingham Community Hospital
  • Completed intake and high level biopsychosocial assessments in the Innisfail Hospital Emergency Department and within the hospital setting itself with inpatients
  • Liaised with Queensland Health Psychiatrists based in Townsville
  • Increased use of Telehealth during Covid restrictions
  • Held Team Meetings with Townsville Mental Health Teams via TEAMS meetings

Clinical Lead, Adult Community Mental Health

Queensland Health
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Provided case management, assessment, and treatment to consumers with a mental illness in the community
  • Collaborated with senior management to enhance service delivery and quality outcomes
  • Managed the clinical service delivery across the multidisciplinary team
  • Facilitated staff development and performance appraisal outcomes.


Senior Social Worker/Case Manager, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Completed intake and high level biopsychosocial assessments in the Innisfail Hospital Emergency Department and within the hospital setting itself with inpatients
  • Provided case management and therapy to clients in the community setting
  • Linked clients with non-government services in the Innisfail area.

Senior Social Worker, Acute Care Team

Queensland Health
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Provided crisis intervention and comprehensive assessment to community consumers presenting with acute mental health needs
  • Facilitated access to appropriate mental health care
  • Collaborated with other professionals and organizations
  • Supported family and friends of consumers.

Senior Social Worker/Case Manager

Innisfail Community Mental Health
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Completed intake and high level biopsychosocial assessments in the Innisfail Hospital Emergency Department and within the hospital setting itself with inpatients
  • Provided case management and therapy to clients in the community setting
  • Linked clients with non-government services in the Innisfail area.

Acting Clinical Lead, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
03.2013 - 05.2016
  • Managed the operational delivery of clinical services for a multidisciplinary team
  • Provided clinical advice and direction
  • Advocated for resources
  • Collaborated with senior management
  • Managed clinical service delivery
  • Facilitated staff development and supervision
  • Developed and monitored clinical programs and policies.

Social Worker/Case Manager, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
08.2009 - 03.2013
  • Delivered social work knowledge, skills, and assessment in case management of consumers with serious mental health problems
  • Provided counselling and therapy
  • Conducted clinical assessments
  • Worked within a multidisciplinary team
  • Developed and maintained professional practice
  • Participated in quality and service improvement activities
  • Worked with Indigenous clients and communities.

Social Worker/Clinician

Older Persons’ Mental Health Service (OPMHS)
05.2012 - 02.2013
  • Delivered social work knowledge, skills, and assessment for individuals primarily over the age of 65 with mental illness or age-related illnesses
  • Provided case management and specialised mental health assessment
  • Delivered mental health promotion and early intervention programs
  • Established partnerships with internal and external service providers
  • Supported older people in navigating the mental health system.

Supports Facilitator (Case Manager)

Department of Communities – Disability Services
03.2009 - 07.2009
  • Delivered social work knowledge, skills, and assessment in case management of clients with high and complex disabilities
  • Provided information and access to services
  • Liaised with government departments and non-government agencies
  • Supported adults with disabilities in leading fulfilling lives
  • Planned and executed budgets
  • Worked within relevant legislation.

Supports Facilitator (Case Manager)

Project 300 Disability Services Queensland (DSQ)
07.2001 - 12.2007
  • Managed the delivery of disability, clinical services, and housing to people with psychiatric disabilities
  • Worked within the legal framework of the Mental Health Act
  • Negotiated with health and housing departments
  • Provided case management and assessment
  • Advocated for clients
  • Provided specialist education
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and service providers.

Manager, Far North Queensland

Project 300 – Shelter Housing Action Cairns (SHAC)
07.1999 - 06.2001
  • Managed the delivery of disability, clinical, and housing supports to people transitioning from psychiatric hospitals
  • Negotiated with health and housing departments
  • Provided case management and assessment
  • Collaborated with mental health and housing teams
  • Established partnerships with service providers
  • Conveyed hope and belief in recovery.

Domestic Violence Counsellor

Ruth's Women's Shelter
01.1997 - 06.1999
  • Provided counselling and support to individuals experiencing domestic violence
  • Advocated for clients
  • Collaborated with other service providers
  • Participated in quality improvement activities.

Welfare Worker

Mental Health Unit, Cairns Base Hospital
01.1996 - 12.1996
  • Worked part-time as a welfare worker in the Mental Health Unit
  • Provided support and assistance to individuals with mental health issues
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team
  • Developed and maintained professional practice.

Education

QC 9 Critical Components of Risk Assessment and Management -

Bachelor of Social Work -

James Cook University, Cairns
Cairns, Qld

Bachelor of Community Welfare -

James Cook University, Cairns
Cairns, Qld

No Degree - Intellectual Disability And Mental Illness

QCIDD, The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD

CPR Training -

01.2018

IDP Training -

11.2017

Mental State Examination and Suicide Risk Assessment -

10.2016

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Capability -

03.2016

Recruitment and Selection Training -

02.2016

Skills

Jennifer has held senior positions and Project Management positions across the health and disability sector in state government and Non Government Organisations (NGO) over 28 years I leverage my experience in both senior positions and management roles to provide consultancy and mentoring to individuals as well as NGO staff and senior executives who are seeking a high performing organisation

She has a reputation for getting things done efficiently and effectively Jennifer specialises in utilising project management skills when time is constrained and actions are required urgently

Keenly analytical, I understand and address systematic issues that require attention to better effect outcomes for vulnerable individuals

Affiliations

Australian Association of Social Workers

Volunteerpositions

Volunteer at The Migrant Centre Organisation Inc. Southport

Career Overview

I have worked in the human services area for the past twenty eight years. I have been employed by both government and non-government organisations in the areas of mental health, disabilities, domestic violence and the telecommunications field. I have a proven track record of leading and working within a multi-disciplinary team, a demonstrated commitment and respect for colleagues and the clients I work with and recognise the values, contribution and diversity of individuals.

References

  • Colleen Gray, CNC, Community Mental Health Service, colleen.gray@health.qld.gov.au, 0488 220 438
  • Ellen Lowry, Senior Mental Health Practitioner 0459 990 028

Timeline

Acting Team Leader of the Community Mental Health Team

Ingham Health Service
11.2021 - 04.2022

Clinical Lead, Adult Community Mental Health

Queensland Health
04.2019 - 09.2019

Senior Social Worker/Case Manager, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
09.2018 - 03.2019

Senior Social Worker/Case Manager

Innisfail Community Mental Health
01.2018 - 03.2018

Senior Social Worker, Acute Care Team

Queensland Health
05.2017 - 08.2018

Acting Clinical Lead, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
03.2013 - 05.2016

Social Worker/Clinician

Older Persons’ Mental Health Service (OPMHS)
05.2012 - 02.2013

Social Worker/Case Manager, Adult Community Mental Health

South Cairns Continuing Care Team
08.2009 - 03.2013

Supports Facilitator (Case Manager)

Department of Communities – Disability Services
03.2009 - 07.2009

Supports Facilitator (Case Manager)

Project 300 Disability Services Queensland (DSQ)
07.2001 - 12.2007

Manager, Far North Queensland

Project 300 – Shelter Housing Action Cairns (SHAC)
07.1999 - 06.2001

Domestic Violence Counsellor

Ruth's Women's Shelter
01.1997 - 06.1999

Welfare Worker

Mental Health Unit, Cairns Base Hospital
01.1996 - 12.1996

QC 9 Critical Components of Risk Assessment and Management -

Bachelor of Social Work -

James Cook University, Cairns

Bachelor of Community Welfare -

James Cook University, Cairns

No Degree - Intellectual Disability And Mental Illness

QCIDD, The University of Queensland

CPR Training -

IDP Training -

Mental State Examination and Suicide Risk Assessment -

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Capability -

Recruitment and Selection Training -

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