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Jessica Arnold

Melbourne

Summary

Driven by a commitment for impactful research and community service, I leveraged my determination at Summer Foundation to enhance policy practices for young people with disability and complex needs in aged care.


In addition, my experience in youth mentoring and providing support for those with anxiety and related disorders has significantly contributed to making meaningful connection across a spectrum of disorders and ages.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Summer Foundation
01.2023 - Current
  • Carry out research using a range of methodologies to develop the breadth of evidence needed to inform policy and practice around the issue of young people in aged care.
  • Assists with literature searches and reviews – utilising Covidence, hand-searching techniques, and Google Scholar in accordance with procedural processes.
  • Reviews and edits data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information – using NVivo for qualitative data, SPSS & R for quantitative data.
  • Assists with ethics applications and updates
  • Participates actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Contributes to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals
  • Well-developed organisational skills – Capacity to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to meet deadlines.
  • Remains flexible to role changes according to relevant skills and experience, changing work environments, work priorities and organisational needs
  • Translates research findings into actionable recommendations, influencing policy and practice.

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Raise
03.2024 - Current


  • Established rapport with diverse groups of youths, understanding individual needs and adapting mentoring approach accordingly.
  • Provided a safe space for conversation leading to a mentee led program that openly discusses adolescent mental health and wellbeing
  • Celebrated successes and milestones achieved by mentees, reinforcing their progress and motivating continued personal growth.
  • Encouraged healthy decision-making by providing resources on stress, help-seeking behaviours, conquering fears, goal setting and more
  • Placed an emphasis on youth safety through adhering to mandatory reporting, confidentiality and privacy

CARES4Me Volunteer

ARCVic
08.2024 - Current
  • Provides emotional support for those who have anxiety and related disorders
  • Holds a non-judgmental safe listening space for callers
  • Provides referrals, breathing and grounding exercises
  • Help callers work towards a defined goal
  • Demonstrates respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Bach Laws (Hons)/ Bach Psych (Hons) -

Victoria University
Footscray, VIC
10.2022

Skills

  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Attention to Detail
  • Community Service
  • Adaptability and Dependability
  • Relationship Building
  • Disability Awareness
  • Data Entry
  • Recordkeeping and Confidentiality
  • Documentation And Reporting

Short Courses and Workshops

CALM suicide prevention program (2024)

  • ‘CALM conversation’ about suicide, to reduce stigma, promote help seeking and save lives.
  • How and when to ask about suicide
  • Hold the space and deeply listen
  • Reflect hope and motivation and commitment to change
  • Development of a safety plan


DV-alert (domestic and family violence alert training) by Lifeline (2024)

  • Recognise, respond and refer those who have experienced domestic and family violence
  • Listen, Define the problem, ensure safety, provide support, examine alternatives, make plans, obtain commitment
  • Safety planning

Timeline

CARES4Me Volunteer

ARCVic
08.2024 - Current

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Raise
03.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

Summer Foundation
01.2023 - Current

Bach Laws (Hons)/ Bach Psych (Hons) -

Victoria University

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