Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Justin Skewes

Lucas

Summary

Highly motivated, professional and skilled in effective communication and crisis management. Proven ability to handle complaints and support individuals in distress, enhancing service satisfaction and outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Call Taker for State Wide On Call (SWOCS)

Berry Street Victoria
Mount Helen, VIC
05.2025 - Current
  • Managed incoming calls, ensuring timely response and appropriate escalation of issues with appropriate services including After Hours Child Protection (AHCPES)
  • Provided accurate information to clients, enhancing service satisfaction and support outcomes.
  • Documented client interactions in case management system, maintaining detailed records for follow-up actions.
  • Provide documented Risk profile and risk assessment when making researched and informed decisions on appropriate action for our clients.
  • Work closely with other CSO's, emergency service and home based carers.

Regional Night Supervisor

Berry Street Victoria
Mount Helen, VIC
09.2022 - Current
  • Supervised nightly operations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage and enhance service delivery.
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional development and improving performance outcomes.
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing incidents and enhancing workplace safety culture.
  • Supporting young people in our homes during in and out of crisis to help them feel safe
  • Assisting our staff, to provide support and direction.
  • Working with other organisations and services to reach safe outcomes for our young people.

Police First Constable

Victoria Police
Maryborough, VIC
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Enforced traffic regulations, ensuring public safety and compliance with laws.
  • Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses effectively.
  • Collaborated with community members to foster trust and enhance police-community relations.
  • Mentored junior constables, providing guidance on protocols and best practices.
  • Managed emergency response operations, coordinating actions during critical incidents efficiently.
  • Contributed to efficient police operations by maintaining accurate records and timely completing reports and briefs.
  • Testified in court proceedings as needed, providing clear presentations of facts surrounding criminal cases.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls for service, assessing situations accurately while prioritizing resources accordingly.
  • Conducted thorough investigations to solve cases, utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Successfully de-escalated tense situations using effective communication skills and empathy towards involved individuals.

Regional Night Supervisor

Berry Street Victoria
Mount Helen, VIC
08.2019 - 12.2019

As mentioned in current role however in a casual position during this time

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Berry Street Victoria
Victoria
03.2016 - 12.2019
  • Provided therapeutic/empathetic support and response to young people in crisis situations.
  • Developed and implemented individualised therapeutic plans based on client needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery effectiveness.
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Geneal running of day to day operations in our homes including managing environment settings
  • Notes taking and incident reporting.

Prudcution Manager

Bakers Delight
Bakery Hill, Victoria
07.2011 - 03.2016
  • Led team in daily operations, ensuring efficient production and product quality.
  • Developed training programs for staff, enhancing skills and performance consistency.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
  • Streamlined workflows to improve operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
  • Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, fostering a safe work environment.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

Education

Diploma of Policing - Policing

Victoria Police Academy
Glen Waverley, VIC
04-2022

Certificate IV in Child, Youth And Family Interven -

Berry Street
Mount Helen, VIC
06-2017

Skills

  • Highly motivated
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Stress tolerance
  • Complaint handling

Timeline

Senior Call Taker for State Wide On Call (SWOCS)

Berry Street Victoria
05.2025 - Current

Regional Night Supervisor

Berry Street Victoria
09.2022 - Current

Police First Constable

Victoria Police
01.2020 - 08.2022

Regional Night Supervisor

Berry Street Victoria
08.2019 - 12.2019

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Berry Street Victoria
03.2016 - 12.2019

Prudcution Manager

Bakers Delight
07.2011 - 03.2016

Diploma of Policing - Policing

Victoria Police Academy

Certificate IV in Child, Youth And Family Interven -

Berry Street
Justin Skewes