Muska Alikozay
Sydney
Summary
Aspiring Clinical Psychologist with strong experience in mental health case management, behavioural therapy, and psychological research. I aim to further develop my clinical and research expertise through the Master of Clinical Psychology program, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and improving community wellbeing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Case Manager (MH-CLSR)
Anglicare Parramatta
06.2024 - Current
- Provided psychosocial support to individuals
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritising client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimise diversion.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioural or mental health issues.
- Attended trainings to continue education and maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created mental health treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
Student Placement – Community Wellbeing Research Team
Quovus
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Working within a research team to write a paper about: Qualitative Review of Case Formulation in the Context of Application in Child and Adolescent Multidisciplinary Trauma Recovery Practice
- Interpreted and analysed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Attended meetings to learn project details.
- Researched peer reviewed papers and constructing a literature review
- Applied knowledge of case formulation, Psychological theories and behavioural support
Junior ABA Behaviour Therapist
Progressive Therapies
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed behavioural therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision.
- Implemented individualised treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualised documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behaviour.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients.
- Implemented behaviour intervention plans, increasing positive behaviours and reduce challenging behaviours.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) - Psychology
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01-2025
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW07.2024
Skills
- Capable of multitasking
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self-motivated to meet deadlines
- Trauma-informed care
- Cultural Competency
- Therapeutic interventions
- Adaptable
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong computer literacy
- Motivational interviewing
- Critical thinker
- Therapeutic communication
- Empathetic
Timeline
Mental Health Case Manager (MH-CLSR)
Anglicare Parramatta
06.2024 - Current
Student Placement – Community Wellbeing Research Team
Quovus
03.2023 - 06.2023
Junior ABA Behaviour Therapist
Progressive Therapies
05.2022 - 02.2023
Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) - Psychology
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Macquarie University
Additional Training
- Mental Health First Aid Accredited
- Motivational Interviewing Training
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Family Systems Therapy Workshop
- ABA 40 hour RBT Training