Neil PATTEL
13 Robert Towns Crescent, CONDON.,QLD
Summary
Insightful Psychotherapist with four years years of employment in counseling settings and prior history in mental health. Proficient applying cognitive behavioral therapy to promote client growth and change. Adept facilitating individual and couples therapy with focus on meeting client goals. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Worker
Lifest Health
Springwood., QLD.
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided emotional and psychological support to clients in crisis situations.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths and resources.
- Assisted clients in developing individualized treatment plans and goals.
Youth Worker
Cleveland Detention Centre
Townsville., QLD
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youths in difficult situations.
- Facilitated group discussions, activities, and workshops for youths on a variety of topics.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports, games, field trips, and arts and crafts.
Security and Crowd Controller
Peter Avernal
Townsville, QLD.
01.1992 - 12.2009
- Provided a safe and secure environment for patrons in the venue.
- Enforced applicable laws, regulations and policies to ensure safety of patrons, staff and property.
- Intervened in situations as necessary to maintain order and protect people from harm.
- Planned crowd control strategies during events or high-traffic times.
- Performed regular patrols of premises to monitor activities, detect suspicious behaviour and report any breaches of security protocols.
- Conducted investigations into incidents on site, wrote detailed reports with recommendations for corrective actions.
- Collaborated with other departments such as fire services or police when needed.
Community Engagement Officer
Department of Communities
Townsville, QLD.
02.2006 - 12.2008
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase community engagement in local events.
- Organized meetings with key stakeholders to discuss potential opportunities for collaboration.
- Assisted in the creation of promotional materials to encourage people to participate in activities.
Tutorial Assistant
Department of Education
Thuringowa., QLD.
01.1986 - 12.1989
- Conducted individual and group tutorials in a variety of courses, including Mathematics, Science, English and Business.
- Prepared teaching materials such as course outlines and handouts for students.
- Assisted faculty members with planning and organizing tutorial sessions.
Community Support Worker
Everglow
Ayr, QLD
01.2023 - Dec.2023
- Provided support to individuals with disabilities in activities of daily living.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills and independent living abilities.
- Developed individualized plans for clients and monitored progress towards goals.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism - Masters Degree in Youth Justice And Criminology
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD12-2002
Certificate 3 in Youth Justice - Youth Services
TAFE
Sunshine Coast, QLDSkills
- Drug abuse prevention
- Client Needs Assessments
- Budgeting and finance
- Service planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Confidentiality
- Goal Development
- Safety and risk assessments
- Progress Monitoring
- Client Support
- Medication Administration
- Confidential records
- Conflict de-escalation
- Suicide Prevention
- Tracking client progress
- Behavioral Management
- Mental health counseling
- Building rapport
- Developing relationships
- Stress management techniques
- Crisis Intervention
Affiliations
- Fitness at Muscle and Fitness Gym - Fitness is important to me. I exercise everyday.
- Love of Sports.- football, boxing, tennis, cricket etc.
- Church Member - attend church each week.
- Family man
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Everglow
01.2023 - Dec.2023
Mental Health Worker
Lifest Health
01.2022 - 11.2023
Youth Worker
Cleveland Detention Centre
01.2010 - 12.2019
Community Engagement Officer
Department of Communities
02.2006 - 12.2008
Security and Crowd Controller
Peter Avernal
01.1992 - 12.2009
Tutorial Assistant
Department of Education
01.1986 - 12.1989
Bachelor of Journalism - Masters Degree in Youth Justice And Criminology
James Cook University
Certificate 3 in Youth Justice - Youth Services
TAFE
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