Julie Kolassa
Social Worker
Collingwood,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate social services professional dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for the best interests of clients. Expertise in supporting diverse communities by utilising case management, counseling, and crisis intervention. Seeking an opportunity to apply skills to serve the community by providing guidance and help for those in need.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Darling Daughters
05.2024 - Current
- Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
- Encouraged self-care among patients by developing coping strategies, stress management techniques, and relaxation exercises.
- Maintained confidentiality while documenting patient information according to HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
Disability Case Worker
APM
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Providing case work and counseling for individuals with diverse abilities
- Adept at conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying vocational strengths, and tailoring case management strategies
- Skilled in collaborating with clients to develop personalized employment plans, providing ongoing support, and fostering workplace inclusivity
- Promoting diversity and advocacy for inclusion of individual with disabilities in the workforce including cultivating strong partnerships with employers
Social Worker/Mental Health Case Manager
Bahnhofsmission Duesseldorf
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Facilitated outreach to meet the daily needs of homeless individuals & families, those at risk of homelessness, refugees, and female sex workers
- Conducting assessments, developed and implemented case plans, ensuring the well-being and stability of clients
- Provided crisis intervention, counseling, and conflict resolution services
- Navigated legal processes and collaborated with various stakeholders for comprehensive support
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Childcare Educator
Primary School Mettmanner Strasse
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Supervised and monitored students with special needs after and during school hours with special focus on vulnerable children & crisis intervention
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Enhanced children's cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games with different approaches to learning
- Managed and organized the after-school program, ensuring routines and responsibilities
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Social Education
Hochschule Duesseldorf, Germany
Undergraduate Certificate - Childcare and Advanced Pedagogy
Vera Beckers College of Higher Studies
Skills
- Case management and documentation
- Community resources
- Referrals and networking
- Attention to detail
- Positive reenforcement
- Client advocacy
- Disability and Mental health awareness
- Emotional support
- Risk assessment and crisis intervention
- Positive reenforcement
Certification
Working with Children Check, Current Police Check, First Aid + CPR
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Darling Daughters
05.2024 - Current
Disability Case Worker
APM
01.2023 - 04.2024
Social Worker/Mental Health Case Manager
Bahnhofsmission Duesseldorf
01.2019 - 12.2022
Childcare Educator
Primary School Mettmanner Strasse
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Social Education
Hochschule Duesseldorf, Germany
Undergraduate Certificate - Childcare and Advanced Pedagogy
Vera Beckers College of Higher Studies
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