Luke Robinson
Mudgee,NSW
Summary
Achieved significant permanency rates for the Department Of Communities by leveraging collaborative problem-solving and empathy development. Excelled in reducing child maltreatment risks and enhancing mine productivity at Yancoal through meticulous safety and operational protocols. Demonstrated exceptional multicultural competence and ethical practice in law enforcement, fostering community trust.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker (DCJ)
Department Of Communities
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Increased permanency rates through diligent case management focused on achieving timely adoption or guardianship placements when reunification was not possible.
- Achieved high levels of client satisfaction by consistently delivering compassionate and responsive service to families in crisis.
- Conducted home visits regularly, assessing living conditions and monitoring progress towards case plan goals.
- Reduced risk factors associated with child maltreatment through targeted prevention efforts aimed at strengthening parental capacity.
- Engaged youth in goal-setting processes, promoting self-advocacy skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood upon leaving foster care.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
Underground Coal Miner
Yancoal
02.2013 - 10.2018
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations, maintaining accurate records of ventilation plans and methane testing results.
- Increased overall mine productivity through the efficient operation of longwall shearer machines during coal extraction processes.
- Strengthened teamwork among crew members through effective communication and collaboration during mining tasks.
- Fostered a culture of safety awareness through regular participation in safety meetings and training sessions with fellow miners.
NSW Police Officer
NSW Police Force
06.2005 - 10.2012
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Indigenous community leaders groups started initiatives and ran campaigns and fresh indigenous community ideas
- PCYC police officer Wooloomoloo branch
Education
(DCJ) Child Protection Course (caseworker)
Associate Degree In Policing - Police
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW06.2005
HSC -
Holroyd High School
Greystanes, NSW2002
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Family assessment
- Creative solutions
- Multicultural Competence
- Ethical Practice
- Empathy Development
- Child Advocacy
Timeline
Aboriginal Child Protection Caseworker (DCJ)
Department Of Communities
07.2018 - 06.2022
Underground Coal Miner
Yancoal
02.2013 - 10.2018
NSW Police Officer
NSW Police Force
06.2005 - 10.2012
(DCJ) Child Protection Course (caseworker)
Associate Degree In Policing - Police
Charles Sturt University
HSC -
Holroyd High School