Penny Williams

I am skilled in developing and implementing innovative strategies to foster change and empower individuals to overcome obstacles. A strong advocate for social justice and equality. Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build meaningful connections with patients and stakeholders. Seeking a role where to expand my knowledge and utilise my expertise in social work to create a lasting impact in the lives of those I serve. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

• QLD Open Drivers Licence
• QLD working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• QLD Positive Notice (Yellow Card)

• 2023, Intercept Youth Justice Education and Training (YJET), February – June (500 hours), I attended my 1st Social Work Placement at YJET, where I was able to connect with the young people who attended. The young people ranged from ages 14 to 16. YJET is a program for young people who do not fit into mainstream schooling and would like to attend school up to equivalent of grade 10., Ability to establish meaningful and positive relationships with the young people., Ability to navigate conflict between the young people and find peaceful resolutions., Ability to incorporate the use of trauma informed practice to provide appropriate support and create a safe environment.
• 2024, The Prince Charles Hospital, February – June (500 hours), I attended my 2nd Placement at The Price Charles Hospital in the Rehab and Acute Stroke Ward and Early Assessment Medical Unit., Ability to conduct thorough assessments to develop an appropriate discharge plan., Ability to provide counselling and emotional support to patients and families dealing with the emotion impact of illness, trauma and loss., Ability to Coordinate discharge planning with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home or arranging for necessary services and support., Ability to advocate for patients’ rights ensuring they receive appropriate care, access to resources, and are involved in the decision-making process.

• 2024, Clinical Placement Student Orientation, Qld Health iLearn Modules
• 2024, Domestic and Family Violence Training – Common Risk and Safety Framework

• Teena Ryder, INTERCEPT Youth Justice Education and Training (YJET), YJET Coordinator, youth worker, 0409 218 080
• Sally McLeod, Dayboro Valley IGA, Delicatessen Manager, 0499 459 437
• Emily Green, The Prince Charles Hospital, Rehab and Acute Stoke, Early Assessment Medical Unit Social Worker