I am a highly motivated individual with a willingness to help and support others. I have a strong work ethic and am committed to achieving positive outcomes for my clients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
WELLBEING TEAM LEADER
Traralgon College
Traralgon, VIC
04.2011 - Current
Individual counselling and support for staff and students.
Provide relevant wellbeing programs to student cohorts.
Provide high level advice and guidance to Principal team on complex issues.
Coordinate team activities and delegate tasks.
Conduct performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
Recruitment
DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELLOR
LRM (Life Really Matters)
Gippsland, VIC
01.2009 - 01.2018
Provide individual counselling to clients with substance abuse issues as identified through random testing.
Educate clients about the risks associated with drug and alcohol use.
Be present at random Drug and Alcohol testing at AGL Loy Yang Power Station and Mine.
Assess suitability for employee's return to work after a positive result.
YOUTH RECOVERY WORKER
Mind-Insight (Formerly GARSS)
Morwell, VIC
01.2008 - 03.2011
Provide individual support and advocacy to people with diagnosed mental health issues.
Provided outreach to people with diagnosed mental health concerns.
Organise and facilitate day programs and community health events.
COMMUNITY COUNSELLOR
Windana Therapeutic Community
Maryknoll, VIC
01.2000 - 03.2011
Provided individual counseling and group therapy to clients with substance abuse issues.
Developed treatment plans in collaboration with the client, family members, and other professionals.
Conducted assessments to determine the level of addiction, identify mental health concerns, and develop a plan for recovery.
Write comprehensive court reports and give evidence during court proceedings.
KEY WORKER
Mind-Wannik Gunyah
Traralgon, VIC
01.2006 - 01.2008
Provide individual support and advocacy to young people aged 16-25 with diagnosed mental health issues in a psychosocial setting.
Facilitate therapeutic based groups
Education
Certificate IV in Mental Health
East Gippsland Tafe
Sale, VIC
10-2010
Diploma of Alcohol And Other Drugs Work
East Gippsland Tafe
Sale, VIC
12-2009
Diploma of Community Welfare Work
East Gippsland Tafe
Sale, VIC
12-2009
Certificate IV in Alcohol And Other Drug Work
Riverina Institute of Tafe
Albury, NSW
07-1998
Skills
Mentoring
Team Supervision
Client Support and Advocacy
Conflict Resolution
Teamwork and Collaboration
Leadership
Further Education Training
CERT 1V IN ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS WORK., 1998, Riverina Institute of TAFE
DIPLOMA ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS WORK., 2009, East Gippsland TAFE
DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY WELFARE WORK. (Specialising in Counselling), 2009, East Gippsland TAFE
CERT 1V IN MENTAL HEALTH WORK, 2010, East Gippsland TAFE
School Education
Traralgon College, 1988
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/25/71
References
Kerri Rixon, Counsellor, GCASA, 0404605858
Mike Shone, Principal, Neerim Secondary, 0400579044