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ASHLEIGH MAHER

Summary

Personable and approachable with a strong focus on client care.

Exceptional attention to detail and highly organised.

Natural ability to learn and retain information.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Manager

Catholic Care CQ
Rockhampton, QLD
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Develop and implement comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Coordinate services with other agencies, community-based organisation’s, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Monitor clients' progress and tracked client services to provide quality care .
  • Monitor and manage clients Home Care Package funding .
  • Monitor and manage clients QCSS funding.
  • Input data in Microsoft word and Excel systems to track client goals.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Work with service coordinators to implement services to allow clients to remain living within their own home .
  • Provide guidance to clients and family's regarding services and funding availability.
  • Support clients by developing a care plan with the client which addresses the individual needs of the clients and how care will be provided to achieve their goals .
  • Ensure supports are provided to clients which fit within the relevant standards and program guidelines.
  • Ensure the clients can exercise choice and control within the framework and structure of their funded program.

Service Coordinator

CentacareCQ
Yeppoon, QLD
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Support independent living for Aged care and NDIA clients.
  • Provide direct Line Management to Support staff.
  • Support and document performance improvement and disciplinary processes.
  • Ensure the safety and welfare of all Support staff.
  • Respond to critical incidents in a timely and effective manner.
  • Facilitate positive interdepartmental relationships.
  • Support training and continuous development of staff.
  • Effectively operate technology systems and specialist programs.
  • Provide operational support to senior management.
  • Facilitate contact between Support workers and other organisational departments.
  • Liaise with case managers and stakeholders regarding clients.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally across multiple mediums.
  • Actively assist in recruitment and induction of new staff.
  • Maintain client and staff confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintain personal competencies and qualifications.

Service Coordinator

CentacareCQ
Rockhampton, QLD
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Support independent living for Aged care and NDIA clients.
  • Provide direct Line Management to Support staff.
  • Support and document performance improvement and disciplinary processes.
  • Ensure the safety and welfare of all Support staff.
  • Respond to critical incidents in a timely and effective manner.
  • Facilitate positive interdepartmental relationships.
  • Support training and continuous development of staff.
  • Effectively operate technology systems and specialist programs.
  • Provide operational support to senior management.
  • Facilitate contact between Support workers and other organisational departments.
  • Liaise with case managers and stakeholders regarding clients.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally across multiple mediums.
  • Actively assist in recruitment and induction of new staff.
  • Maintain client and staff confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintain personal competencies and qualifications.

Client Contact Officer

CentacareCQ
Rockhampton , QLD
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Answer incoming phones calls for all sites regarding clients and client experience.
  • Arrange and book in mediation for all sites for FRC department.
  • Arrange and book in counselling for all sites for clinical and social department.
  • Arrange and book in transport for clients from all sites.
  • Respond to external stakeholders in a timely fashion.
  • Liaise with rostering team and intake team regarding clients.
  • Liaise with case managers from all sites regarding clients.
  • First respond for client non-response plans.
  • First responds for client cancellations.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide excellent service.

Support Worker

CentacareCQ
Rockhampton , QLD
05.2020 - 02.2021
  • Assist clients with Domestic assistance duties including cleaning, laundry and meal preparation.
  • Facilitate clients to maintain personal hygiene including grooming and toileting.
  • Support clients to identify and obtain individual goals.
  • Develop client independent progression and social skills.
  • Enable clients to remain involved, and increase engagement with communities.
  • Communicate effectively with clients.
  • Accurately identify and document risks and incidents.
  • Liaise professionally and appropriately with co-workers.
  • Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.

Domestic Violence Court Support Case Worker

Catholic Care CQ
Rockhampton, QLD
06.2024 - Current
  • Provision of specialist knowledge to assist the court process.
  • Undertake risk assessments with clients and support the preparation of application for domestic violence orders and variations/revocations of existing orders.
  • Support clients with debriefing.
  • Liaison with court staff, police and advocacy on behalf of the client (both individuals and jointly).
  • Risk assessments completed using CRASF level 2 tool.
  • Safety plan assessment using CRASF level 2 tool.
  • Provide a range of supports to people

both before, during or after their attendance at court.

  • Support with completing court documents.
  • Referring to legal aid or other supports.
  • Liaison with court staff, police to support and advocate for the client attending magistrates court.
  • Refer to DFV program for clients requiring ongoing supports.
  • Provide material and resources to help clients attending court.

Assistant Nurse - Aged Care

Currawarna Hostel
01.2011 - 09.2018
  • Develop and implement comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Coordinate services with other agencies, community-based organisation’s, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Monitor clients' progress and tracked client services to provide quality care .
  • Monitor and manage clients Home Care Package funding .
  • Monitor and manage clients QCSS funding.
  • Input data in Microsoft word and Excel systems to track client goals.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Work with service coordinators to implement services to allow clients to remain living within their own home .
  • Provide guidance to clients and family's regarding services and funding availability.
  • Support clients by developing a care plan with the client which addresses the individual needs of the clients and how care will be provided to achieve their goals .
  • Ensure supports are provided to clients which fit within the relevant standards and program guidelines.
  • Ensure the clients can exercise choice and control within the framework and structure of their funded program.

Skills

  • Empathetic
  • Compassionate
  • Effective communicator
  • Highly organised
  • Able to work autonomously or within a team
  • Dedicated to continuous self improvement
  • Relationship Building
  • Emotional awareness
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Community Resources

Certification

  • Diploma of Community Services
  • Certificate III Community Services
  • Certificate III Aged Care
  • Current First Aid & CPR
  • Current Blue Card
  • Current NDIS Screening Card
  • Full, Clean, Manual license

Additional Information

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Domestic Violence Court Support Case Worker

Catholic Care CQ
06.2024 - Current

Case Manager

Catholic Care CQ
10.2022 - 06.2024

Service Coordinator

CentacareCQ
11.2021 - 04.2022

Client Contact Officer

CentacareCQ
08.2021 - 11.2021

Service Coordinator

CentacareCQ
02.2021 - 08.2021

Support Worker

CentacareCQ
05.2020 - 02.2021

Assistant Nurse - Aged Care

Currawarna Hostel
01.2011 - 09.2018
ASHLEIGH MAHER