Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer for Street Angels Sunshine Coast
Certification
Timeline
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Mandie Hunter

Glenwood,QLD

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in the Community Services sector. Proven ability in crisis intervention and conflict resolution , enhancing clients experiences and well-being. Skilled in fostering collaboration and maintaining professional boundaries, committed to empowering individuals through tailored support and community resources.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Parent Pathways Mentor

National Joblink Gladstone
Gladstone, QLD
08.2021 - 12.2024
  • Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
  • Enhanced clients performance by providing personalised guidance and support.
  • Served as role model for clients by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Guided clients experiencing adversity in overcoming challenges and barriers and offering practical advice.

Student Wellbeing Officer

Carinity Education Gladstone
Gladstone, QLD
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities to improve the opportunities and outcomes for students
  • Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
  • Supported emotional well-being of students through referrals to individual counselings sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.

Family Support Worker

Real Support Services
Gladstone, QLD
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
  • Connected families with community resources such as housing assistance, financial aid programs, and educational opportunities.
  • Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, counselings, and referral services.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of holistic care for families in need.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and compliance with agency requirements.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to reduce risk factors associated with child abuse or neglect.

Residential Youth Worker

Lifestyle Solutions
Gladstone, QLD
02.2014 - 11.2017
  • Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioural concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
  • Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining accurate records of all medications dispensed.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication to address personal issues.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing individualised care plans and engaging in therapeutic activities.

Education

Diploma - Community Services And Welfare

Cooloola Institute of TAFE
Nambour, QLD
05-2007

Skills

  • Effective Collaboration and teamwork skills
  • Effective Conflict resolution and De-escalation skills
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Mental health awareness
  • Multicultural competence
  • Crisis intervention
  • Casework and Records maintenance
  • Professional boundaries
  • Suicide ASSIST Training
  • TCI Training

Volunteer for Street Angels Sunshine Coast

Volunteer for Street Angels Sunshine Coast

2008 -2009

Night Precinct Support and Assistance to keep Patrons Safe

Certification

MHFA - Mental Health First Aid Training

Current First Aid Training

Blue Card

National Police Check

Suicide ASSIST Training

DV Alert Training

TCI - Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training

Timeline

Parent Pathways Mentor

National Joblink Gladstone
08.2021 - 12.2024

Student Wellbeing Officer

Carinity Education Gladstone
01.2018 - 08.2021

Family Support Worker

Real Support Services
05.2016 - 12.2018

Residential Youth Worker

Lifestyle Solutions
02.2014 - 11.2017

Diploma - Community Services And Welfare

Cooloola Institute of TAFE
Mandie Hunter