Jodi Davis
Bray Park
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Social Worker with over 15 years of clinical experience across aged care, disability, child protection, health, community mental health, and recovery services. Skilled in psychosocial assessment, care coordination, person-centred planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to support complex client presentations using a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive lens. A committed team player who values reflective practice and high-quality service delivery aligned with AASW Code of Ethics and Queensland Health values.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Assessor – Aged Care Assessment Team
Queensland Health
02.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive aged care assessments under the My Aged Care framework, including eligibility for Home Care Packages, Residential Respite and Permanent Residential Care
- Engage with older adults, families, and service providers using a strengths-based, person-centred approach
- Navigate complexity and manage competing needs within time-sensitive community and hospital-based settings
- Liaise with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe discharges and appropriate support transitions
- Uphold Aged Care Quality Standards and contribute to high-quality, equitable outcomes for older Australians
Senior Recovery Facilitator
Footprints Community
05.2022 - 02.2025
- Delivered psychosocial recovery support to participants with complex mental health needs
- Coordinated multi-agency responses and led case conferencing to achieve person-centred goals
- Facilitated family meetings, resolved conflict, and built positive service relationships
- Supported clients in accessing housing, health care, financial supports, and advocacy services
- Contributed to data collection, care reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Provided one-on-one recovery coaching and service coordination for individuals with psychosocial disability
- Applied recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice in the delivery of holistic support plans
- Promoted social inclusion, capacity-building, and choice through tailored interventions
- Provided leadership and mentoring to students and new employees
Planner
National Disability Insurance Agency
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Assessed participant needs and developed holistic NDIS plans aligned with individual goals and legislative requirements
- Managed budgets and facilitated funding approvals for Assistive Technology, Home Modifications and support services
- Provided specialist advice as a subject matter expert (SME) for complex support categories
- Maintained high standards of data entry, record-keeping and quality assurance in participant records
- Facilitated planning meetings, coordinated referrals and supported participant engagement and decision-making
- Delivered staff development and training, while resolving conflict and contributing to a positive team culture
Support Worker – Supported Accommodation
Valmar
12.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered person-centred support across personal care, meal preparation and medication assistance
- Supported clients with community access, domestic tasks and daily living skills
- Maintained accurate documentation and followed individual support plans to ensure safety and quality of care
Case Manager – Disability Services
Department of Communities
12.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided case management for clients with disability, including assessments, care planning, and goal setting
- Built strong relationships with clients and families to support informed decision-making
- Coordinated referrals, facilitated access to community resources, and advocated for client needs
- Managed service documentation, data entry and budget allocations within departmental guidelines
Case Manager – Child Safety
Department of Communities
08.2007 - 12.2011
- Delivered case management and statutory interventions for vulnerable children and families
- Led court work, investigation and assessment, and supported children in out-of-home care
- Maintained strong networks with service providers and community partners to facilitate wrap-around support
- Provided counselling, advocacy, and facilitated reunification or permanency planning as appropriate
Social Worker & Community Education (Various Roles)
Community Sector
2002 - 2007
- Delivered client-centred case management services including assessment, planning, goal setting and review
- Provided emotional support, counselling, life skills coaching and behavioural interventions to individuals and families
- Facilitated referrals to community services, health professionals and educational institutions
- Supported clients with budgeting, advocacy and access to housing, employment, and social inclusion opportunities
- Designed and delivered group programs and community education workshops (including responsible gambling and family support)
- Participated in interagency meetings, built service networks and maintained stakeholder relationships
- Managed program delivery, service coordination and evaluation to ensure outcomes aligned with funding requirements
- Provided direct support for daily living tasks including shopping, meal planning and domestic duties
- Maintained accurate case notes, reports and funding documentation, ensuring accountability and compliance
- Supervised junior staff, monitored program budgets and expenditure, and contributed to team leadership
- Supported clients experiencing chronic illness, domestic and family violence, homelessness, and social isolation
- Maintained clinical documentation, participated in reflective supervision, and liaised with diverse services
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD01.2008
Bachelor of Community Welfare -
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD01.2002
Certificate IV in Assessment & Workplace Training -
Kath Dickson Training
Toowoomba, QLD01.2001
Skills
- Comprehensive clinical assessment & care planning
- Psychosocial & functional assessments
- Trauma-informed & recovery-oriented frameworks
- Culturally safe & person-centred practice
- Navigating aged care systems
- Interdisciplinary teamwork & stakeholder collaboration
- Risk assessment, advocacy & discharge planning
- Capacity & consent navigation
- Crisis intervention & emotional support
- Reflective supervision & mentoring
Timeline
Clinical Assessor – Aged Care Assessment Team
Queensland Health
02.2025 - Current
Senior Recovery Facilitator
Footprints Community
05.2022 - 02.2025
Planner
National Disability Insurance Agency
04.2019 - 10.2021
Support Worker – Supported Accommodation
Valmar
12.2016 - 06.2017
Case Manager – Disability Services
Department of Communities
12.2011 - 04.2013
Case Manager – Child Safety
Department of Communities
08.2007 - 12.2011
Social Worker & Community Education (Various Roles)
Community Sector
2002 - 2007
Bachelor of Social Work -
James Cook University
Bachelor of Community Welfare -
James Cook University
Certificate IV in Assessment & Workplace Training -
Kath Dickson Training
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