Kevin Corneck
Summary
After a successful career in corporate Sales & Marketing, I am enjoying retrainng in mental health with a view to delivering passionate and diligent support in a community services capacity.
I have a caring nature, strong work ethic, a common sense approach and an appetite for enabling people to thrive and fulfill their potential.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
Pathfinders
Coffs Harbour, NSW
12.2022 - Current
- Facilitated daily activities such as educational, recreational, and social skill development for youth.
- Monitored and documented the progress of each resident's mental health status.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the facility.
- Developed positive relationships with residents through open communication, trust building, and role modeling.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized treatment plans for residents.
- Encouraged independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, meal preparation.
- Participated in weekly case conferences to review client progress and develop new goals for clients.
- Assisted in crisis management situations involving suicidal ideations or other dangerous behaviors from youth.
- Managed medication administration process for residents according to physician instructions.
- Assisted in developing behavior modification programs tailored towards each resident's needs.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among young adults through education about nutrition, exercise, substance abuse prevention strategies.
- Participated in regular supervision meetings with supervisors to discuss current cases and receive feedback on performance.
- Used calm, positive and encouraging approach with youth.
Residential Youth Worker
Mission Australia
Coffs Harbour, NSW
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to adolescents in residential care setting.
- Facilitated daily activities such as educational, recreational, and social skill development for youth.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the facility.
- Developed positive relationships with residents through open communication, trust building, and role modeling.
- Assisted in crisis management situations involving suicidal ideations or other dangerous behaviors from youth.
- Organized recreational activities such as field trips and outdoor sports events for youth participants.
- Managed medication administration process for residents according to physician instructions.
- Assisted in developing behavior modification programs tailored towards each resident's needs.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among young adults through education about nutrition, exercise, substance abuse prevention strategies.
- Participated in regular supervision meetings with supervisors to discuss current cases and receive feedback on performance.
- Used calm, positive and encouraging approach with youth.
- Supported youth with nurturing and caring assistance focused on empowering and positive independence.
- Documented child progress, reporting extreme changes in behavior.
- Modeled positive behavior for residents by providing leadership and positive interactions.
- Offered key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
- Coordinated referrals to community resource programs to provide additional and specialized support for youth.
- Directed activities to foster social and emotional development for at-risk youth.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Support Worker - AOD
Salvation Army
Coffs Harbour, NSW
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with substance abuse issues.
- Assisted in developing aftercare plans for clients upon completion of their program.
- Identified triggers that cause relapse in order to create prevention strategies.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
- Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
- Monitored client vitals and administered medication as prescribed by physician.
- Incorporated evidence-based practices into counseling sessions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
Community Support Worker - Mental Health
Momentum Collective
Coffs Harbour
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Participated in team meetings, providing input regarding client care plans.
- Supported clients during medical appointments, advocating on their behalf when needed.
- Coordinated with other agencies to ensure comprehensive services were provided to clients.
- Provided transportation for clients to various appointments or activities as required.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, and any issues encountered.
- Monitored medications and assisted with medication administration as needed.
- Created a safe environment by identifying potential risks and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured the physical safety of each client through regular check-ins and monitoring of behaviors.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as physicians or therapists to coordinate care plans.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving clients in order to protect their safety.
- Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence.
- Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development.
- Administered medication in accordance with house guidelines to patients, tracking it on daily MAR.
- Supervised daily hygiene skills to promote self-sufficiency.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Engaged in crisis intervention procedures to prevent or facilitate hospitalization.
- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.
- Referred clients to substance abuse treatment programs and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment programs.
Online Business Manager
Dell Technologies
Frenchs Forest
09.2009 - 04.2019
- Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Provided training and guidance to new Account Managers.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
- Analyzed client data and identified opportunities for growth.
- Oversaw multiple accounts and worked diligently to meet and exceed performance goals.
- Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
- Drafted proposals outlining services, costs, and benefits for prospective customers.
- Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional materials for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all customer interactions in the CRM system.
- Attended trade shows and conferences as a representative of the company.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
University of The West of England
Bristol, England06-2002
Diploma - Mental Health
Australian College of Community Services & Care
OnlineSkills
- Positive Reinforcement
- First-aid and CPR - Currently Certified
- Meal Planning
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Daily living assistance
- Medication schedules
- Mental Health Support
- Program Support
- Emotional Support
- Crisis Response - CALM & ASIST Suicide Intervention Certification
- Safety Monitoring
- Social skill development
- Youth development
- Mentoring abilities
- Behavioral Interventions
- Youth supervision
Affiliations
- Father of 3 children: Caleb 16, Lola 11 & Reuben 8
- Keen mountaineer and rock climber - Nepal, India & New Zealand
- Guitarist of 25 years
- Avid cook with a passion for Indian, Asian & Mediterian cuisine
Certification
- Current First Aid & CPR Certification
- WWCC - Current
- NDIS Check - Current
- CALM & ASIST Suicide Intervention Certification
- National Principals for Child Safe Organizations
- 2 Day Trauma Informed Care Clinical Training
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
Pathfinders
12.2022 - Current
Residential Youth Worker
Mission Australia
06.2022 - 06.2024
Support Worker - AOD
Salvation Army
10.2021 - 06.2022
Community Support Worker - Mental Health
Momentum Collective
09.2021 - 02.2022
Online Business Manager
Dell Technologies
09.2009 - 04.2019
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
University of The West of England
Diploma - Mental Health
Australian College of Community Services & Care
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