I am a healthy active female with no history of ill health. I have an employment history in the community services sector spanning over two decades working with youth, victims of domestic violence and the elder generation. I am currently employed in Leisure and Health in the Aged Care Sector.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifestyle Assistant
Bolton Clarke
10.2021 - Current
Build strong relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
Maintain strict confidentiality standards when handling sensitive resident information, ensuring privacy and trustworthiness.
Develop customized wellness plans to maintain and improve residents health and wellbeing.
Co-ordinate special events and activities for residents, promoting engagement and a sense of community.
Maintain detailed records of resident progress, using data-driven insights to adjust strategies as needed for optimal results.
Evaluate resident and family feedback regularly provide necessary adjustments resulting in better service offerings.
Facilitate open communication channels with clients, creating an environment of trust and transparency.
Implement time management techniques to effectively allocate resources across diverse tasks while meeting deadlines consistently.
Enhance client satisfaction by providing personalized lifestyle recommendations based on individual preferences and goals.
Boost client motivation by setting achievable goals and celebrating milestones in their personal development journey.
Document behaviour, treatments and non-compliance issues.
Encourage and assist residents to set and achieve reasonable goals.
Encourage and assist residents to take part in activities tailored to individual needs.
Develop and implement activities to improve clients' quality of life.
Help clients to maintain independence and quality of life.
Assist clients with physical therapy exercises.
Develop and implemented individual care plans tailored to needs of each client.
Monitor and report any changes in clients' physical and mental health.
Provide emotional support and companionship to clients.
Victim Court Advocate
Womens Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service
01.2003 - 12.2015
Co-ordinated transport arrangements for clients attending court hearings or appointments related to their case.
Facilitated communication between victims, law enforcement, and legal professionals for better case outcomes.
Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by providing feedback on program effectiveness and identifying areas for growth.
Provided crisis intervention services, connecting vulnerable individuals with appropriate resources during times of need.
Proactively identified gaps in service provision, proposing solutions that led to increased accessibility for diverse populations of victims.
Maintained strict confidentiality standards, protecting sensitive information while ensuring quality care for clients as they navigated the court system.
Ensured timely intervention by promptly responding to victim inquiries and addressing concerns throughout the legal process.
Conducted ongoing assessments of client needs and adapted individualized support plans accordingly, enabling more effective interventions over time.
Streamlined referral processes by establishing relationships with community resources and service providers.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive safety plans for victims of crime.
Monitored changes in legislation or policies affecting victim rights, ensuring that advocacy efforts remained up-to-date and relevant.
Increased victim satisfaction with court advocacy services through empathetic listening and tailored assistance.
Improved victim support by efficiently managing case files and maintaining accurate documentation.
Educated victims about their rights, empowering them to make informed decisions during court proceedings.
Strengthened courtroom preparation by conducting pre-trial meetings with victims to discuss expectations and procedures.
Enhanced courtroom proceedings by providing emotional support to victims during trial processes.
Promoted restorative justice by guiding victims through the restitution process and supporting them in submitting impact statements.
Assisted in securing protective orders, facilitating a safer environment for victims post trial.
Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client.
Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
Coordinated individual and group counselling to meet victim service standards.
Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims' to provide aftercare services.
Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services.
Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need.
Collected statistical data and updated documentation to maintain client records.