Kandice McLachlan
Parkes,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic, previously at Wellways/HASI, adept at mental health counseling and customer service. Proven ability to support clients in crisis and enhance team performance through effective communication and time management. Committed to continuous learning and achieving organizational goals.
I am a fast learner and thrive in new environments and developing new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
Wellways/HASI
Parkes, Australia
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Supporting Participants with Appointments, Daily Living skills, capacity building and other support plans
- Rostering and notes
- Working with Recovery and Rehabilitation Workers to efficiently and effectively support participants
- Completing assessments
- Provided emotional and psychological support to clients in crisis situations.
Retail Assistant Manager
Independent Living Specialists
Bathurst, Australia
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Admin Experience
- Customer Service
- Weekly Banking Duties
- Monitored inventory levels and reordered merchandise as needed.
- Maintained a neat, clean, organized work environment that meets company standards.
- Ensured compliance with local health and safety regulations in the store environment.
Retail Manager
Ghanda Clothing
Bathurst, Australia
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Customer Service
- Meeting KPI focuses and budgets
- Till Operation
- Employing and training team members
- Stock take and Stock Count
- Weekly Rostering
- Weekly banking duties
Mechanic Trainee
Parkes Ford and Kia
Parkes, Nsw
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Completed standard training on servicing vehicles.
- Inspected vehicle engine components to diagnose issues accurately.
- Accessed areas of equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on, or under parts of vehicles and trailers.
- Held or supplied tools, parts and supplies for other workers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of common automotive systems and components.
Education
Higher School Certificate -
Parkes High School
Parkes, NSW09.2017
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Reliable and committed
- Excellent Time Management
- Ability to drive a manual vehicle
- Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Mental health counseling
- Safety and risk assessments
- Customer service
Certification
- Full NSW Driver’s License & Personal Transport
- Responsible Service of Alcohol
- Responsible Conduct of Gambling
- Hospitality Essentials Course
References
- Pamela McIntosh, Coordinator for Wellways, Bathurst, NSW, 0416 323 080
- Caitlin Long, Previous Manager at Ghanda Clothing, Bathurst, NSW, 0403 187 833
- Caitlin Geddes, Cluster Manager at Independent Living Specialists, Bathurst, NSW, 0422 660 511
Timeline
Mental Health Support Worker
Wellways/HASI
08.2021 - 04.2024
Retail Assistant Manager
Independent Living Specialists
01.2021 - 09.2021
Retail Manager
Ghanda Clothing
10.2019 - 12.2020
Mechanic Trainee
Parkes Ford and Kia
01.2016 - 01.2017
Higher School Certificate -
Parkes High School
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