Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Development
Leadership Experience
Communityrecognition
References
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Micheal Bangura

Belmore,Australia

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Clinician with over four years of experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting at RPAH-PMBC. Proven ability to lead teams, develop sustainable mental health initiatives, and advocate for individuals with disabilities living with psychosocial illnesses. Adept at creating collaborative treatment plans, enhancing community mental health resources, and implementing effective strategies for mental health improvement.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Managing Director

DisabilityPlus PTY LTD
07.2022 - Current
  • Established a mental health-led organization that advocates for individuals with psychosocial disabilities, improving access to counseling and psychotherapy services
  • Developed sustainable initiatives to enhance mental health service delivery and community engagement, making a positive impact on the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges

Specialist Support Coordinator

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
06.2021 - Current
  • Provide mentoring and support to individuals with disabilities, facilitating access to essential services and resources
  • Educate clients on navigating NDIS and other mainstream and allied health services to promote their wellbeing and recovery

Mental Health Clinician

RPAH-PMBC
02.2021 - Current
  • Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals including doctors, occupational therapists, social workers, and physiotherapists to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex mental health presentations
  • Coordinate the management of a high-dependency mental health unit, ensuring trauma-informed care practices are consistently applied
  • Lead the development of a mental health suicide prevention plan adopted by the organization to address rising suicide rates within the SLHD
  • Actively participated as part of the front-line multi-disciplinary team during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure effective infection control protocols and provide holistic, patient-centered mental health treatment

Student Leadership Roles

University of Sydney
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Coordinated events and conferences for local and international students, enhancing community building and engagement among peers

Education

Bachelor of Applied Medical Science -

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01.2021

Master of Nursing -

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01.2021

Diploma of Community Services -

Diploma of Community Services
07.2020

Skills

  • Multi-disciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Mental Health Treatment Planning
  • Community Advocacy
  • Program Development and Implementation
  • Networking and Partnership Building
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Professional Development

  • Intensive training in suicide prevention strategies at Rozelle Clinic.
  • Continuous professional development in trauma-informed care and holistic mental health practices.

Leadership Experience

Student Leadership Roles, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 02/22 - 07/23, Coordinated events and conferences for local and international students, enhancing community building and engagement among peers.

Communityrecognition

Awarded commendations for contributions to mental health services from various organizations within the community.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & Managing Director

DisabilityPlus PTY LTD
07.2022 - Current

Student Leadership Roles

University of Sydney
02.2022 - 07.2023

Specialist Support Coordinator

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
06.2021 - Current

Mental Health Clinician

RPAH-PMBC
02.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Applied Medical Science -

University of Sydney

Master of Nursing -

University of Sydney

Diploma of Community Services -

Diploma of Community Services
Micheal Bangura