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Michelle Woods

Peachester,QLD

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Envigor, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering client relationships. Expert in staff management and conflict resolution, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved performance outcomes and client satisfaction. Skilled in operations management and team leadership, my strategies have consistently driven business growth and workforce optimization.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Envigor
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

Care Service Manager

Envigor
10.2015 - 07.2023
  • Streamlined care coordination for efficient services, resulting in reduced wait times and increased client satisfaction.
  • Raised staff morale by recognizing achievements through awards ceremonies and acknowledging individual contributions during team meetings.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies that addressed workplace issues in a fair and timely manner.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the workplace through close monitoring of procedures, ongoing staff training, and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between healthcare providers and families, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Managed over 60 staff across 24/7 services delivery.
  • I was the person in charge 24/7

Case Manager Coordinator

Envigor
08.2010 - 10.2015
  • Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, strengths, and risks to inform appropriate interventions and support services.
  • Established strong community partnerships to broaden available resources for clients.
  • Facilitated team meetings for comprehensive care planning and improved client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined communication between clients, caregivers, and staff to ensure timely access to resources.
  • Wrote and implemented Care plans
  • Managed clients budgets with clients.
  • Communicated need of clients to staff and assisted to train staff of those needs.

Diversional Therapist

Blue Care
02.1999 - 06.2010
  • Worked as the lead Diversional Therapist in the Erowal nursing home.
  • Managed 30 volunteers and their rosters and programs.
  • Built strong rapport with residents, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Maintained and updated resident records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Documented resident information, treatment plans, and resident responses.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.

Trainer Assessor

Thompson Direct
09.2007 - 09.2008

I worked with Thompson Direct to train staff currently working in Aged Care. I delivered the training so they completed with Certificate III in Aged Care.


Trainer

Cengage Education
01.2006 - 12.2006
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Training in Cert III in Aged Care for staff already working in the area of Aged Care.
  • Teaching and assessing staff through this course until completion

Diversional Therapist/Personal Carer

Adventist Retirement Village
10.1995 - 02.1999
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to Residents.
  • Assessed residents' needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Advocated for residents needs participated in case conferences and collaborating with other professionals.
  • Provided personal care according to the care plan. showering toileting, mobility, assistance with meals.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Community Sector Management

Royal College of Healthcare
Royal College Of Healthcare
05-2020

Certificate IV in Mental Health - Mental Health

Kelly Colleges Internationa
03-2020

Certificate IV in Volunteer Program Coordination - Management of Volunteers

Volunteering Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
02-2010

Certificate IV in Business ( Frontline Management) - Business Management

Challenge Learning Institute
06-2006

Certificate IV Assessment And Workplace Training - Training

CADET Training College
Caloundra, QLD
06-2005

Diploma of Community Services - Community Work

TAFE
03-2002

Certificate IV - Assistant Nursing

Home Nursing Support Care
06-1998

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Service
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Staff Training
  • Staff Management
  • Client Relationships
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Workforce Management

Timeline

Operations Manager

Envigor
07.2023 - Current

Care Service Manager

Envigor
10.2015 - 07.2023

Case Manager Coordinator

Envigor
08.2010 - 10.2015

Trainer Assessor

Thompson Direct
09.2007 - 09.2008

Trainer

Cengage Education
01.2006 - 12.2006

Diversional Therapist

Blue Care
02.1999 - 06.2010

Diversional Therapist/Personal Carer

Adventist Retirement Village
10.1995 - 02.1999

Advanced Diploma - Community Sector Management

Royal College of Healthcare

Certificate IV in Mental Health - Mental Health

Kelly Colleges Internationa

Certificate IV in Volunteer Program Coordination - Management of Volunteers

Volunteering Queensland

Certificate IV in Business ( Frontline Management) - Business Management

Challenge Learning Institute

Certificate IV Assessment And Workplace Training - Training

CADET Training College

Diploma of Community Services - Community Work

TAFE

Certificate IV - Assistant Nursing

Home Nursing Support Care
Michelle Woods