Kitty Wilson

Better Futures is a program that assists young people as they make the transition from Out Of Home Care (OOHC) and foster care to independent living, supporting them until they reach the age of 21. This program empowers these young people to play an active role in planning their transition and offers personalised support in various aspects of their lives, both while in care and after they've left care. These areas encompass housing, health, well-being, education, employment, and their connections to the community and their cultural heritage.

• Collaborating with young people to develop and implement personalized transition plans that address their specific needs, goals, and aspirations as they prepare to leave care and transition into adulthood
• Empowering and involving young people in the planning and decision-making process, ensuring their voices and choices are heard and respected throughout their transition
• Acting as a point of contact and coordinator for the young people in the program, helping them access the necessary services, resources, and supports to achieve their goals
• Fostering connections to the community and cultural heritage, helping young individuals maintain or establish meaningful relationships and connections that can support their growth and well-being
• Advocating for the rights and needs of young people in the program, ensuring they receive appropriate services and support from external agencies and organizations
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, to address the diverse needs of the young people in the program
• Providing guidance and information on life skills, educational opportunities, and employment prospects, helping young people gain the skills they need for a successful transition to adulthood
• Prepared to respond to crises or emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of the young people.

• Implementing a holistic approach that values and respects each client's unique experiences and perspectives
• Focusing on neurodivergence, particularly in individuals with conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Collaborating with parents and caregivers to provide guidance and support
• Developing and implementing behavior support plans to address specific challenges and foster positive behavioral changes in clients
• Cultivating a secure and nurturing space where clients can seek guidance and support to address their emotional and psychological challenges
• Utilizing an alternative, hands-on therapeutic style that encourages clients to express themselves fully, moving beyond traditional talk therapy
• Assisting clients in exploring their concerns, establishing therapeutic goals, gaining fresh perspectives, and developing effective coping mechanisms to facilitate their overall well-being.

The Homelessness to Homes program (H2H program provides people with access to stable housing and holistic support within a multidisciplinary team. This program uses a Housing First framework, which by securing stable accommodation first, enables clients to engage in services to address presenting needs and goals.

• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, facilitating care coordination
• Demonstrating expertise in NDIS service navigation, including planning and intervention, and chairing NDIS planning meetings
• Using case management software for recording case notes, managing alerts, and developing goal plans
• Developing and maintaining holistic, strengths-based, goal-oriented plans in collaboration with clients, sharing them with the multidisciplinary team
• Organizing and leading multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client plans, care, supports, strengths, and privacy-compliant information sharing
• Facilitating referrals to health services and assisting clients in navigating these services
• Conducting risk assessments and assisting in safety planning.

AASW Social Work placement: (500hours, 6 months)

Kensington Community High School is an alternative setting to mainstream secondary school. Kensington works to eliminate barriers and social inequalities – it aims to support students and develop safe and inclusive classrooms.

• Youth Case Management and Counselling
• Diverse Client Base and Varied Needs
• De-escalation and Classroom Reintegration
• Fostering a Safe and Inclusive Environment
• Advocacy and Referrals.

AASW Social Work placement: (500hours, 6 months)

Working with children, young people and families from a child-centered, family-oriented perspective to build capacity and support vulnerable families.

• Working with children, young people, and families from a child-centered, family-oriented perspective to build capacity and support vulnerable families
• Child, Youth, and Family Case Management
• Effective Parent and Stakeholder Relationships
• Parenting Skills, Tools, and Resources
• Advocacy and Referrals.

• Maintaining Students' Daily Routine for Security
• Emotional Regulation Knowledge for Behavioral Support
• Assisting in Creating Safe and Inclusive Classrooms.