Mark Davies
Darlington,WA
Summary
Committed and proactive Mental Health Trainer and Educator with six years of experience empowering students from diverse backgrounds to thrive both personally and professionally. Skilled in providing confidential welfare, guidance, and referral services. Passionate about promoting equity in education and supporting students through early intervention and case management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Launchpad Peer Education Facilitator
Consumers of Mental Health WA
08.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement effective training programs and methods to build individual capacity, resilience, and recovery
- Deliver mental health training that reflects evidence-based, recovery-oriented and trauma informed practice
- Proactively identify and support high-risk students through data analysis and targeted interventions
- Develop, build and maintain productive local relationships with key stakeholders in regional and metropolitan WA
- Assisted in curriculum development for better learning outcomes and increased student engagement.
- Increased attendance in support groups by 30%
Contract Trainer
MENTAL ILLNESS FELLOWSHIP OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
01.2021 - Current
- Deliver ‘Mental Health First Aid’ training to a range of workplaces and community organisations
- Increased learner engagement by incorporating interactive training methods and group activities.
- Sought continuous improvement by soliciting feedback from participants and adjusting content as needed.
- Managed logistics for training events, including scheduling, room setup, and materials preparation.
Contract Trainer
WEST AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH
11.2020 - Current
- Deliver mental health training that reflects evidence-based, recovery-oriented and trauma informed practice
- Provide student support, guidance, and program navigation
- Provide WAAMH with detailed evaluation, feedback and suggestions for improvement, following each course.
- Increased learner engagement by incorporating interactive training methods and group activities.
- Collaborated with other trainers to share best practices and enhance overall program effectiveness.
- Delivered customized training sessions for diverse audiences, ensuring content relevance and comprehension.
WA Team Leader
GROW Australia
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
- Build relationships, partnerships and networks with external key stakeholders including funders, peak bodies, NGOs, schools, local and state government
- Planning, delivery and evaluation of accredited courses and professional development training
- Ensure that staff comply with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, including code of conduct and workplace health and safety standards
- Monitor budget and financial performance reporting requirements and produce reports
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Program Officer
GROW Australia
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Promote Grow programs within the local community through purposeful outreach, education programs, Stakeholder engagement, involvement in network groups, and public events
- Promoted the organisation's mission by actively participating in networking events and representing the organization at conferences or seminars
- Build capacity and train volunteers to lead groups in a compassionate and professional manner
Employer Consultant
EDGE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Assist and support people with disabilities to identify and secure suitable employment
- Develop and deliver employment skills training for clients with disabilities
- Develop relationships with relevant stakeholders whilst advocating for people with disabilities
- Prepare and deliver marketing presentations to organisational departments and potential employers.
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines
CEO + Head Designer
MARK WYNNE DAVIES DESIGNS
02.2010 - 03.2015
- Management of a product design practice
- Research, development and production of design products and furniture
- Advertising and marketing development for business and products
- Design, develop and maintain social media including website content, photography and media relations.
- Enhanced brand recognition by implementing innovative design strategies and concepts.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Product Design and Innovation - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
Perth, WA11.2013
Diploma in Three-Dimensional Design - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
Perth, WA11.2010
Certificate IV in Three Dimensional Design - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
Perth, WA11.2009
BA (Hons) Fine Art - Art
University of Sunderland
Sunderland, Tyne + Wear, UK06.1997
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving
- Continuous Improvement
- Relationship Building
- Student Support
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Working With Children Check - Notice Number
2474001
References
- Vanessa Cullin, Training Manager, West Australian Association for Mental Health, 08 6246 3032, VCullen@waamh.org.au
- Joyce Vidot, Manager, Training, Students + Volunteers, Mental Illness Fellowship of WA (Inc), 0400 824 170, joyce.vidot@mifwa.org.au
Training
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training - (ASSIST)
- Licensed MHFA - Conversations about Suicide
- Licensed Instructor Blended online MHFA (Community)
- Licensed Instructor standard Mental health First Aid Australia
- Mental Health First Aider- Mental Health First Aid Australia
Timeline
Life Launchpad Peer Education Facilitator
Consumers of Mental Health WA
08.2021 - Current
Contract Trainer
MENTAL ILLNESS FELLOWSHIP OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
01.2021 - Current
Contract Trainer
WEST AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH
11.2020 - Current
WA Team Leader
GROW Australia
05.2019 - 12.2020
Program Officer
GROW Australia
04.2017 - 05.2019
Employer Consultant
EDGE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS
01.2015 - 02.2017
CEO + Head Designer
MARK WYNNE DAVIES DESIGNS
02.2010 - 03.2015
Advanced Diploma in Product Design and Innovation - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
Diploma in Three-Dimensional Design - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
Certificate IV in Three Dimensional Design - Industrial And Product Design
Central Institute of Technology
BA (Hons) Fine Art - Art
University of Sunderland
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