Matilda O'Neil
Brisbane
Summary
I am a reliable and friendly Psychology Honours student committed to gaining experience in a relevant professional setting. My retail experience from 2018 to 2022, coupled with my current role at DrugARM, have honed excellent people-oriented, empathetic, and interpersonal skills. My effective time management, problem-solving skills, and strong motivation are demonstrated by my commitment to my research position at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience at The University of Queensland. These skills are also reflected by my current 6.519 GPA at UQ and in achieving a 93.50 ATAR in 2020.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Support Officer - Human Studies Unit
The Institute For Molecular Bioscience
2023.01 - Current
- Recruitment and consent of human participants for high-risk genetic research studies
- Collection, review and validation of self-reported data on symptoms of depression and response to treatment
- Management of participant sensitive and self-report data using custom-developed databases
- Coordination of the collection of biological samples for genetic studies
- Contribute to development of online questionnaires applying specific knowledge around symptomatology of depressive and associated disorders
- Work collaboratively in a research team to progress research aims under appropriate Australian human ethical guidelines
Community and Family Support Service Worker
DrugARM
2024.05 - Current
- Provide individualised therapy sessions to drug and alcohol clients, with each client receiving 12 sessions per episode
- Proficient in conducting initial assessments, suicide risk assessments, case formulations, and developing treatment plans
- Confident in utilising motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy,
- Skilled in using micro-counselling techniques such as paraphrasing, active listening, and strategic challenging to effectively build rapport
- Mentor new CAFSS workers beginning their placement or volunteer work
- Document client sessions in the MIMASO confidential database with detailed case notes
Placement: Paediatric Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
Kids Sleep Research | Child Health Research Centre
2024.02 - Current
- I observe clinics led by my supervisor, a paediatric and sleep medicine specialist, treating children with various neurodisabilities
- Assess and analyse qualitative data on child responses and parent comments about sleep difficulties using NVivo software
- My supervisor has invited me to continue the project beyond the conclusion of my formal placement. We are currently working on publishing a paper titled 'Families' experiences of having a child with neurodisability and sleep problems'
Wildlife Hospital Volunteer -Domestic Reptile Ward
RSPCA Queensland
2023.07 - Current
- Assess the welfare of reptiles, identifying signs of illness or distress and taking appropriate action. Maintain accurate records of behaviour changes, feeding and weight
- High resilience when faced with cases of animal cruelty or neglect and skilled in the handling of large snakes and large lizards
- Collaborate with a team of veterinarians and staff members, and converse with the public to promote awareness of reptile welfare issues
Retail Assistant
Prouds The Jewellers
2018.09 - 2022.11
- Used consultative sales approaches to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns and assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone
Education
Cannon Hill Anglican College: 2015 - 2020
Brisbane, QLDBachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) -
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD12.2024
Skills
- Excellent time management, work ethic, organisation, and attention to detail
- In-depth knowledge of psychological disorders and administration of relevant psychological interventions
- Highly empathetic and compassionate when talking to people in distress
- Proficient in various statistical software for both quantitative and qualitative data analysis: IMB SPSS Statistics, JASP, NVivo
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Strong aptitude for team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Dean's Commendation for Academic Excellence Semester 1 (2024)
- Dean's Commendation for Academic Excellence Semester 2 (2023)
- Dean's Commendation for Academic Excellence Semester 2 (2021)
University of Queensland | Brisbane, QLD
Referees
Anjali Henders - Human Studies Manager
The Institute for Molecular Bioscience (The University of Queensland)
- Email: a.henders@imb.uq.edu.au | Phone: 0402 838 922
Dr Jasneek Chawla - Paediatric Sleep and Respiratory Medicine Placement Supervisor
Child Health Research Centre | Children's Health Queensland Clinical Unit
- Email: jasneek.chawla@health.qld.gov.au | Phone: 0452 662 105
Timeline
Community and Family Support Service Worker
DrugARM
2024.05 - Current
Placement: Paediatric Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
Kids Sleep Research | Child Health Research Centre
2024.02 - Current
Wildlife Hospital Volunteer -Domestic Reptile Ward
RSPCA Queensland
2023.07 - Current
Research Support Officer - Human Studies Unit
The Institute For Molecular Bioscience
2023.01 - Current
Retail Assistant
Prouds The Jewellers
2018.09 - 2022.11
Cannon Hill Anglican College: 2015 - 2020
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) -
University of Queensland
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