Katherine McGibbon
Birkdale,Australia
Summary
Experienced professional with 19 years in foster care, providing support to over 35 children from challenging backgrounds. Currently serves as Industry Liaison Officer at Redlands College, facilitating connections among students, families, and community stakeholders. Holds a Cert IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention and a Diploma in Community Services, with a strong grasp of current practice frameworks. Passionate about enhancing family and child welfare through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Industry Liaison Officer
Redlands College
Birkdale, Australia
2024.01 - Current
- Coordinated work experience placements for students in years 10 to 12.
- Secured traineeships and school-based apprenticeships to enhance student opportunities.
- Guided students in developing work readiness through training and practical experience.
- Maintained accurate records of student placements and progress tracking.
- Liaised professionally with parents, businesses, RTOs, and Australian Apprenticeship support networks.
- Managed documentation and reports to ensure compliance with company standards.
Foster Carer
Various Care agencies
Wellington Point, Australia and New Zealand
2013.07 - Current
- Provided daily care and supervision for children in foster placements.
- Collaborated with social workers to create individualized care plans.
- Maintained accurate records documenting children's behavior and progress.
- Attended training sessions focused on child development and trauma-informed care.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations for foster care services.
- Supervised visits between biological parents and children, enforcing safety protocols.
- Monitored physical and mental health of children in the foster care system.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to develop health and behavior plans.
Chiropractic Assistant
Wellness on Wellington
WELLINGTON POINT, QLD
2025.03 - 2025.06
Event Management Coordinator
Clown Around Entertainment
Auckland, NZ
2011.04 - 2012.11
Accounts Assistant
The Carpenter's Daughter
Auckland, NZ
2006.07 - 2010.01
Marketing Assistant
CanTeen
Auckland, NZ
2001.09 - 2006.07
Lecturer
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, Australia
1998.03 - 2001.07
Education
Diploma - Community Services
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
Qld01.2024
Cert IV - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
Qld01.2023
Cert 4 - Hospitality
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC01.1999
Cert 4 - Workplace Training
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC01.1998
Cert 4 - Commercial Cookery
Gordon Institute of TAFE
Geelong, VIC01.1989
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Social awareness
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Planning and coordination
Timeline
Chiropractic Assistant
Wellness on Wellington
2025.03 - 2025.06
Industry Liaison Officer
Redlands College
2024.01 - Current
Foster Carer
Various Care agencies
2013.07 - Current
Event Management Coordinator
Clown Around Entertainment
2011.04 - 2012.11
Accounts Assistant
The Carpenter's Daughter
2006.07 - 2010.01
Marketing Assistant
CanTeen
2001.09 - 2006.07
Lecturer
University of Ballarat
1998.03 - 2001.07
Diploma - Community Services
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
Cert IV - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
Cert 4 - Hospitality
University of Ballarat
Cert 4 - Workplace Training
University of Ballarat
Cert 4 - Commercial Cookery
Gordon Institute of TAFE