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Nancy Rodriguez

Brunswick,VIC
Nancy Rodriguez

Summary

Offering a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise, honed through caregiving experience and mental health background. With a natural ability to empathize and create supportive environments, Dedicated to empowering individuals to navigate challenges with resilience and compassion.

Overview

29
years of professional experience

Work History

Optimal Counselling

Personal Support Worker/Team Leader
01.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in timely manner.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each client.
  • Enhanced quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.

Optimal Counselling

Owner
07.2012 - Current

Job overview

  • NDIS therapist based in Melbourne, Australia. Case load of clients seIntake and establishing their needs and wants connecting clients to relevant resources, and treatment plans according to their own requirements. Using telehealth, phone counselling, home visits and onsight at my clinic.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • referrals come from JoCo, MeWell,
  • Using person centred approach, writing reports for funding allocation.

NDIS Provider

Counsellor
03.2018 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • As an NDIS therapeutic supports provider, I have:
    1. Offered tailored therapeutic interventions for participants' individual needs.
    2. Collaborated closely with participants and their support networks.
    3. Implemented evidence-based techniques to address various challenges.
    4. Monitored progress and adjusted plans accordingly.
    5. Maintained accurate documentation and ensured compliance with NDIS standards.
    6. Advocated for participants and facilitated access to additional services.
    7. Pursued ongoing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

Peter McCallum Cancer Centre

Clinical Spiritual Care
02.2017 - 10.2018

Job overview

At Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the responsibilities of spiritual care typically included

1. Providing emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers facing cancer diagnosis and treatment.
2. Conducting assessments to understand the spiritual and existential needs of individuals and offering appropriate interventions.
3. Facilitating discussions around end-of-life care, meaning-making, and existential concerns.
4. Offering pastoral care, prayer, and rituals according to the beliefs and preferences of patients and families.
5. Collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure holistic care for patients, addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
6. Providing support and guidance during difficult decisions, grief, and loss.
7. Liaising with chaplains, religious leaders, and community resources to meet diverse spiritual needs.
8. Participating in interdisciplinary meetings and trainings to enhance spiritual care provision within the healthcare setting.

Peter McCallum Cancer Centre

Clinical Spiritual Carer
08.2017 - 10.2017

Job overview

  • CPE Unit 3 more than 400 hours of Supervised Practice

Lifeline

Crisis Telephone Counsellor
07.2015 - 12.2016

Job overview

As a crisis counselor at Lifeline, I achieved the following:

1. Provided compassionate and effective telephone counseling to individuals in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm, and emotional distress.
2. Utilized active listening and crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate situations and provide immediate support and reassurance to callers.
3. Demonstrated exceptional communication skills in conveying empathy, understanding, and validation to callers, fostering a safe and supportive environment for them to express their feelings and concerns.
4. Effectively managed high-stress situations, maintained composure, and adhered to Lifeline protocols and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of callers.
5. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of counselors and supervisors to debrief challenging calls, share insights, and support each other's well-being.
6. Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities provided by Lifeline to enhance counseling skills and stay abreast of best practices in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
7. Received positive feedback from supervisors and peers for my dedication, empathy, and effectiveness in providing crisis counseling support to callers in need.

Freelancer

Graphic Designer
07.1995 - 07.2014

Job overview

  • Summary of previous experience as a designer McCain Erickson 1995 Marketing Options 1995 Advantage Copying 1998 Juan Lazano Design 2000 London freelancing 4.5 years living abroad worked for numerous design agencies Marketing and Design Print Management 2011 Sales and Marketing 2010
  • Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
  • Streamlined design processes for increased efficiency and faster project turnaround times.
  • Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all company materials.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.

Mental health Fellowship

Mental Health Fellowship Phone Counsellor
01.2012 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • Linking to service providers, crisis intervention which may include notifying police, crisis assessment teams or making safety plans

Education

Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective The
Melbourne, VIC

Diploma of Learning Solutions in Hypnosis - Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective Therapy 191 Campbell Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Australia from Hypnotherapy
10.2020

University Overview

Advanced Diploma Learning Solutions in Hypnosis
Melbourne, VIC

Some College (No Degree) from Hypnotherapy

University Overview

Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective The
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate of Learning Solutions in Hypnosis - Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective Therapy 191 Campbell Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Australia from Hypnotherapy
10.2020

University Overview

Melbourne, VIC

Clinical Pastoral Care - Peter McCallum Cancer Centre
10.2017

University Overview

1200 hours of supervised learning in Pastoral practice. Under the Supervision of Rev. David Dawes and Heather Somerville.

Melbourne, VIC

Advanced Certificate of Relational Gestalt Counselling - Centre for Relational Skills Training and Psychotherapy
11.2016

University Overview

This is a 2 year 300 hour, personal and professional development course in the education services program at Gestalt Therapy Australia covers th practice and the theory of the Gestalt Approach. With a compulsory 100 hrs of personal therapy.

Melbourne, VIC

Mental Health Firts Aid - Lifeline
03.2015

University Overview

Training and skills for providing help to people experiencing depressive, anxiety, psychotic, substance use, disorders and associated crises.

Melbourne, VIC

ASIST Applied Suicide Intervention Skills - Lifeline
02.2015

University Overview

Able to provide suicide first Aid.

Melbourne, VIC

Advanced Diploma in Transpersonal Psychology - IKON INSTITUE
01.2014

University Overview

Melbourne, VIC

Associate Degree of ARTS Graphic Arts - Northern Melbourne Institute
06.1996

University Overview

Awarded Best Folio and offered full time employment in a Marketing firm. I travelled to Vienna and worked there for an airline. Stayed in London for 5 years working as a Graphic Designer.

Certificate In Art and Design - TAFE
12.1994

University Overview

Niddrie, VIC

VCE - Niddrie High School
01.1992

University Overview

Skills

  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Active Listening
  • Recordkeeping
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Networking
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Resolution
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Research
  • Computer Skills

Languages

Spanish - Fluent
English - Native

Industry

Industry
Healthcare and Medical

Maps

Maps
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QobSKZKKw7SUFmUm9

Country

Country
Australia

Personal Information

Personal Information
Title: Owner, Optimal Counselling

References

References
References available on request

Timeline

Personal Support Worker/Team Leader
Optimal Counselling
01.2019 - Current
Counsellor
NDIS Provider
03.2018 - 03.2019
Clinical Spiritual Carer
Peter McCallum Cancer Centre
08.2017 - 10.2017
Clinical Spiritual Care
Peter McCallum Cancer Centre
02.2017 - 10.2018
Crisis Telephone Counsellor
Lifeline
07.2015 - 12.2016
Owner
Optimal Counselling
07.2012 - Current
Mental Health Fellowship Phone Counsellor
Mental health Fellowship
01.2012 - 11.2013
Graphic Designer
Freelancer
07.1995 - 07.2014
Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective The
Diploma of Learning Solutions in Hypnosis - Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective Therapy 191 Campbell Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Australia from Hypnotherapy
Advanced Diploma Learning Solutions in Hypnosis
Some College (No Degree) from Hypnotherapy
Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective The
Certificate of Learning Solutions in Hypnosis - Robert B McNeilly MBBS The Centre of Effective Therapy 191 Campbell Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Australia from Hypnotherapy
Clinical Pastoral Care - Peter McCallum Cancer Centre
Advanced Certificate of Relational Gestalt Counselling - Centre for Relational Skills Training and Psychotherapy
Mental Health Firts Aid - Lifeline
ASIST Applied Suicide Intervention Skills - Lifeline
Advanced Diploma in Transpersonal Psychology - IKON INSTITUE
Associate Degree of ARTS Graphic Arts - Northern Melbourne Institute
Certificate In Art and Design - TAFE
VCE - Niddrie High School
Nancy Rodriguez