Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Performance And Service Awards
Timeline
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Roheiza Nordin

CANNING VALE,WA

Summary

Provisional counselling practitioner with a year of direct counselling experience and a solid foundation in evidence-informed therapeutic techniques and ethical practice. Skilled in fostering safe, respectful, and collaborative therapeutic relationships with diverse individuals, utilising empathetic communication and cultural responsiveness to enhance emotional well-being and personal growth. Leverages over 20 years of leadership experience across retail, hospitality, and tourism sectors, with strengths in supervision, service delivery, and team development. Committed to leading with integrity and transparency while maintaining clear professional boundaries and an outcome-focused approach, effectively contributing within multidisciplinary and community service settings to achieve client and organisational goals.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor-in-Training

Palmerston Association
2025.02 - 2025.06
  • Worked with a diverse client group, applying empathetic communication skills to establish trust and a safe, supportive therapeutic environment, with 35+ hours of client contact completed during placement..
  • Fostered supportive relationships with clients to enhance therapeutic outcomes and promote trust.
  • Ensured accuracy and timeliness of clinical documentation to support patient care and compliance.
  • Facilitated client communication by actively listening to concerns and providing empathetic support.
  • Facilitated a safe space for clients to engage in discussions about their challenges and experiences.
  • Guided clients in examining feelings and gaining insights into their behaviours.
  • Implemented culturally responsive counselling techniques to meet the specific requirements of diverse individuals, fostering an inclusive therapeutic environment.
  • Ensured strict adherence to patient confidentiality standards in compliance with company regulations.
  • Engaged in client consultations and partnered with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and recommend treatment options.
  • Demonstrated awareness of the cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Evaluated client needs to implement tailored therapeutic interventions.
  • Guided clients in understanding and addressing personal, social, and behavioural challenges.

Counsellor-in-training

Caladenia Clinic, Murdoch University
2024.07 - 2024.11
  • Formulated client-centred treatment plans aimed at enhancing self-confidence and resilience, completing 25+ hours of supervised client contact during placement.
  • Enhanced client trust and support by actively listening and communicating effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
  • Cultivated strong therapeutic alliances with clients through genuine compassion and a non-judgmental approach.
  • Implemented culturally responsive counselling techniques to meet the specific requirements of diverse clients, fostering an inclusive environment.
  • Prepared materials and maintained a secure atmosphere to support effective therapeutic sessions.
  • Facilitated client communication by actively listening to concerns and providing empathetic support.
  • Tailored counselling techniques to align with unique client needs.
  • Established and maintained a secure and nurturing environment for client discussions.
  • Guided clients in understanding and addressing personal, social, and behavioural challenges.

Sales Team Leader

IKEA Perth
2012 - 2021

Sales Strategy

  • Contributing to quarterly meetings with interstate Sales Managers to discuss/plan sales actions (SWOT Analysis, YTD vs Forecast Performance, Growth Drivers, and Top 20 Performing Product Lines).
  • Participating in weekly Perth Sales team meetings and implementing quick actions to improve sales.
  • Providing input at Sales and Work Brief meetings to maximise exposure of Departmental products and create upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

People Leadership

  • Coaching new and existing team members on product knowledge and business reporting expectations (e.g., KPIs, weekly sales reports and incoming and discontinued product reports).
  • Conducting one-on-one weekly training to increase staff capabilities.
  • Empowering and engaging employees to take ownership of reaching weekly Departmental budgets.
  • Carrying out annual Performance Reviews to identify staff strengths/weaknesses and coaching them to achieve their maximum potential.
  • Scheduling/rostering staff.

Merchandising

  • Reviewing interior designer/virtual designer displays to impact presentation of Department.
  • Optimising product visuals to positively contribute to customer buying decisions.
  • Framing work briefs for Logistics, Communications, and Interior Design teams to gain maximum exposure for incoming product lines.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.

Sales and Customer Service

  • Determining customer needs.
  • Offering customers options and alternative solutions.
  • Influencing customer buying behaviours.
  • Facilitated the Smile Effect training program with its focus on being present, creatively assisting, and providing consistent, high-quality service to every customer that enters a department (April 2016).
  • Implemented training programs to improve product knowledge and customer service skills among team members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance individual contributions to team goals.
  • Resolving escalated customer complaints.
  • Approaching and interviewing a high volume of store visitors for the business's Customer Satisfaction Survey to maximise its validity.

Financial

  • Partnering with reports to reach weekly Departmental sales goals.
  • Monitoring Store and Departmental KPIs and budgets.
  • Led sales team to achieve monthly targets through strategic planning and effective communication.

Sales Team Leader

IKEA Perth
2012 - 2021

Sales Strategy

  • Contributing to quarterly meetings with interstate Sales Managers to discuss/plan sales actions (SWOT Analysis, YTD vs Forecast Performance, Growth Drivers, and Top 20 Performing Product Lines).
  • Participating in weekly Perth Sales team meetings and implementing quick actions to improve sales.
  • Providing input at Sales and Work Brief meetings to maximise exposure of Departmental products and create upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

People Leadership

  • Coaching new and existing team members on product knowledge and business reporting expectations (e.g., KPIs, weekly sales reports and incoming and discontinued product reports).
  • Conducting one-on-one weekly training to increase staff capabilities.
  • Empowering and engaging employees to take ownership of reaching weekly Departmental budgets.
  • Carrying out annual Performance Reviews to identify staff strengths/weaknesses and coaching them to achieve their maximum potential.
  • Scheduling/rostering staff.

Merchandising

  • Reviewing interior designer/virtual designer displays to impact presentation of Department.
  • Optimising product visuals to positively contribute to customer buying decisions.
  • Framing work briefs for Logistics, Communications, and Interior Design teams to gain maximum exposure for incoming product lines.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.

Sales and Customer Service

  • Determining customer needs.
  • Offering customers options and alternative solutions.
  • Influencing customer buying behaviours.
  • Facilitated the Smile Effect training program with its focus on being present, creatively assisting, and providing consistent, high-quality service to every customer that enters a department (April 2016).
  • Implemented training programs to improve product knowledge and customer service skills among team members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance individual contributions to team goals.
  • Resolving escalated customer complaints.
  • Approaching and interviewing a high volume of store visitors for the business's Customer Satisfaction Survey to maximise its validity.

Financial

  • Partnering with reports to reach weekly Departmental sales goals.
  • Monitoring Store and Departmental KPIs and budgets.
  • Led sales team to achieve monthly targets through strategic planning and effective communication.

Sales Team Leader, Workspace Department

IKEA Perth
2018.01 - 2021.01

Sales Team Leader, Workspace Department

IKEA Perth
2018.01 - 2021.01

Sales Team Leader, Home Org. & Bathroom Dept

IKEA Perth
2014.01 - 2018.01

Sales Team Leader, Home Org. & Bathroom Dept

IKEA Perth
2014.01 - 2018.01

Sales Team Leader, Kitchens Department

IKEA Perth
2010.01 - 2014.01

Sales Team Leader, Kitchens Department

IKEA Perth
2010.01 - 2014.01

Catering and Entertainment Staff (Casual)

Crown Perth
1998.01 - 2013.01

Catering and Entertainment Staff (Casual)

Crown Perth
1998.01 - 2013.01

Bedrooms, Wardrobes and Bathrooms Specialist

IKEA Perth
2007.01 - 2010.01

Bedrooms, Wardrobes and Bathrooms Specialist

IKEA Perth
2007.01 - 2010.01

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Banquets Attendant

Mercure Hotel Perth (Accor)
1998.01 - 2006.01

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Banquets Attendant

Mercure Hotel Perth (Accor)
1998.01 - 2006.01

Education

M.D. - Master of Counselling

Murdoch University
Murdoch, WA
2026-02

Graduate Diploma of Counselling -

Murdoch University
Murdoch, WA
01.2023

Certificate IV in Customer Contact - undefined

IKEA
01.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Management

Murdoch University
Murdoch, WA
01.2002

Diploma of Hospitality Management - undefined

Bentley TAFE
01.1997

Advanced Diploma of Business Administration - undefined

Thornlie TAFE
01.1996

Diploma of Business Studies - undefined

Thornlie TAFE
01.1996

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Interpersonal (Face-to-Face) Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Reporting
  • Working under Pressure
  • English and Bahasa Malaysia Fluency
  • Basic Indonesian
  • Self-awareness
  • Multicultural competence
  • Empathy development
  • Boundary setting
  • Substance abuse awareness
  • Resilience building
  • Counselling techniques

Performance And Service Awards

  • 10-Year Service Pin, IKEA Perth, 2017
  • 15-Year Service Pin, Crown Perth, 2013

Timeline

Counselor-in-Training

Palmerston Association
2025.02 - 2025.06

Counsellor-in-training

Caladenia Clinic, Murdoch University
2024.07 - 2024.11

Sales Team Leader, Workspace Department

IKEA Perth
2018.01 - 2021.01

Sales Team Leader, Workspace Department

IKEA Perth
2018.01 - 2021.01

Sales Team Leader, Home Org. & Bathroom Dept

IKEA Perth
2014.01 - 2018.01

Sales Team Leader, Home Org. & Bathroom Dept

IKEA Perth
2014.01 - 2018.01

Sales Team Leader, Kitchens Department

IKEA Perth
2010.01 - 2014.01

Sales Team Leader, Kitchens Department

IKEA Perth
2010.01 - 2014.01

Bedrooms, Wardrobes and Bathrooms Specialist

IKEA Perth
2007.01 - 2010.01

Bedrooms, Wardrobes and Bathrooms Specialist

IKEA Perth
2007.01 - 2010.01

Catering and Entertainment Staff (Casual)

Crown Perth
1998.01 - 2013.01

Catering and Entertainment Staff (Casual)

Crown Perth
1998.01 - 2013.01

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Banquets Attendant

Mercure Hotel Perth (Accor)
1998.01 - 2006.01

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Banquets Attendant

Mercure Hotel Perth (Accor)
1998.01 - 2006.01

Certificate IV in Customer Contact - undefined

IKEA

Diploma of Hospitality Management - undefined

Bentley TAFE

Advanced Diploma of Business Administration - undefined

Thornlie TAFE

Diploma of Business Studies - undefined

Thornlie TAFE

Sales Team Leader

IKEA Perth
2012 - 2021

Sales Team Leader

IKEA Perth
2012 - 2021

M.D. - Master of Counselling

Murdoch University

Graduate Diploma of Counselling -

Murdoch University

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Management

Murdoch University
Roheiza Nordin