MAKAKHIWE NIC Masuku
Abbotsford,VIC
Summary
Energetic and enthusiastic practitioner eager to tackle new adventures! Brimming with a vibrant work ethic, flexibility, and a heart full of compassion. A master of creating connections, I thrive on supporting my community, delivering top-notch care, and bringing a fun and culturally responsive approach to therapy. Let's make a difference together!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cultural Therapeutic Practitioner
Spectrum in Partnership with Baptcare
07.2023 - Current
- Provided Cultural Therapeutic Counseling to individuals, families, and children recovering from Family Violence.
Central Intake Caseworker
Uniting Vic.Tas
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted timely Intimate partner Violence assessments and intakes.
Carer Assistant Program
Foster Care Association Victoria
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided counseling and support to carers and foster parents.
Youth and Family AOD Counselor
Anglicare Victoria
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Delivered AOD counseling to youth and families through a 12-session treatment program.
Family Therapist (Locum Contract)
Headspace
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided individual, couples, and family counseling sessions focusing on relational communication and psychoeducation.
Child, Youth and Family Practitioner
The Benevolent Society NSW
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided intensive family support and case management to families experiencing various challenges.
Functional Family Therapist
Uniting
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided intensive therapeutic support to CALD and Indigenous families involved with Child Protection.
Family Counsellor
UnitingCare
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided early intervention and reunification services to families working with child safety.
Therapeutic Youth Worker
IFYS Ltd
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Supervised youth recreational activities and provided emotional support to special needs youth.
Behavioural Skills Coach
Treatment Foster Care Oregon
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Delivered skills coaching to vulnerable children transitioning to foster care.
Residential Youth Worker/ Locum Contractor
ProCare Australia
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided support to youth in residential and foster care settings.
School Chaplain
Primary, Scripture Union
10.2017 - 10.2018
Domestic Violence Support Worker (Locum Contract)
Save the ChildrenSave the Children
07.2018 - 09.2018
Care Facilitator (Residential Youth Worker)
Youth Care Support Services
11.2016 - 05.2017
Education
Master of Psychotherapy And Counselling -
Australian College of Applied Psychology
Melbourne, VIC05.2025
Graduate Diploma of Counseling -
University of Southern Queensland
Ipswich, QLD01.2019
Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Criminology and Criminal Justice -
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD11.2016
Skills
- MARAM Certified
- Trauma Intervention
- Case and Crisis Management
- Empathic Communication
- Group and Individual Counselling
- Diverse Therapeutic Approaches
- Solution-Oriented Practice
- Strategic Planning and Reporting
- Client Assessment and Record Keeping
- Suicide Alert and Prevention (ASSIST)
Certification
- Working With Children Check
- Full Drivers Licence
- ACA lvl 2 Eligible
- Suicide ASSIST and SafeTALK
- Comprehensive MARAM Risk Assessment and Managment
- CHCDFV001 - Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Cultural Therapeutic Practitioner
Spectrum in Partnership with Baptcare
07.2023 - Current
Central Intake Caseworker
Uniting Vic.Tas
02.2023 - 07.2023
Carer Assistant Program
Foster Care Association Victoria
06.2022 - 07.2023
Youth and Family AOD Counselor
Anglicare Victoria
05.2022 - 02.2023
Family Therapist (Locum Contract)
Headspace
02.2022 - 05.2022
Child, Youth and Family Practitioner
The Benevolent Society NSW
11.2020 - 05.2022
Functional Family Therapist
Uniting
08.2019 - 10.2020
Family Counsellor
UnitingCare
03.2019 - 07.2019
Therapeutic Youth Worker
IFYS Ltd
10.2018 - 07.2019
Behavioural Skills Coach
Treatment Foster Care Oregon
09.2018 - 07.2019
Domestic Violence Support Worker (Locum Contract)
Save the ChildrenSave the Children
07.2018 - 09.2018
School Chaplain
Primary, Scripture Union
10.2017 - 10.2018
Residential Youth Worker/ Locum Contractor
ProCare Australia
02.2017 - 07.2019
Care Facilitator (Residential Youth Worker)
Youth Care Support Services
11.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Psychotherapy And Counselling -
Australian College of Applied Psychology
Graduate Diploma of Counseling -
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Criminology and Criminal Justice -
Griffith University
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