Romani Blue
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Safe Officer
NSW Office of the Children's Guardian
Sydney, NSW
04.2024 - Current
- Complete regulatory monitoring assessments on organisations captured within the child safe scheme to verify compliance requirements.
- Review existing procedures relating to the protection of children's rights, making recommendations for change if necessary.
- Inspect premises to monitor compliance.
- Promote child safe practices by providing capability guidance to organisations to adhere to the child safe standards.
- Monitored progress towards achieving goals outlined in organisational child safety plans for vulnerable children at risk of harm or exploitation.
- Assess and evaluate risk associated with child safety.
- Escalate assessments to initiate enforcement action.
- Work collaboratively with external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for children.
- Write detailed assessment reports with recommendations and best practice guidelines.
- Monitor organisations implementation of recommendations.
- Work collaborative with cross-office staff to share information and resolve complex assessment issues.
Community Engagement Officer
NSW Ombudsman
Sydney, NSW
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Developed strategies and action plans to align with organisational strategic priorities.
- Established and coordinated internal working groups to support the implementation of community engagement initiatives.
- Analyzed data collected through surveys, interviews, focus groups in order to assess the impact and effectiveness of projects.
- Attended conferences, meetings, seminars, and other networking events in order to stay abreast of current issues.
- Conducted research to identify and monitor issues and trends affecting vulnerable members of the public.
- Developed and facilitated workshops and other engagement activities to inform individuals about their rights and how to make complaints.
- Maintained detailed records of all interactions with members of the community.
- Worked closely with other departments within the organization to ensure successful program delivery.
- Collaborated with external partners including government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based institutions.
- Responded promptly and professionally to complaints and inquiries from the public.
- Assisted in the creation of promotional materials to encourage people to participate in activities.
- Planned and coordinated logistics for various outreach efforts.
- Identified areas for improvement by evaluating existing processes and procedures.
- Created content for social media platforms to increase awareness of upcoming events.
- Organized meetings with key stakeholders to discuss potential opportunities for collaboration.
- Compiled reports summarizing progress made towards achieving organizational goals related to community engagement.
- Prepared Executive briefing papers and other high-level correspondence.
Project Officer, Culturally Diverse Communities
NSW Ombudsman
Sydney, NSW
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided operational support to the Aboriginal Deputy Ombudsman on projects.
- Identified risks associated with projects and developed risk mitigation strategies.
- Developed and implemented project management plans to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Supported senior management in decision making activities related to ongoing projects.
- Updated project plans based on changing objectives, specifications, and staff availability.
- Collaborated with community members to educate public on how to make a complaint.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Youth Liaison Officer
NSW Ombudsman
Sydney, NSW
09.2014 - 10.2019
- Visited statewide Juvenile Justice Centres to investigate complaints; inspect premises; meet with Centre Managers; review centre records for compliance; prepare inspection reports with recommendations and monitor implementation.
- Provided operational support on projects and contributed to collecting data for Special Reports to Parliament.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research and surveys with young people in the criminal justice system to inform a legislative review of new police powers.
- Developed and delivered a 3-hour training workshop to educate staff at 44 youth homelessness services of their legislative responsibilities under the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
- Met regularly with community members and service providers to provide advice and respond to complex complaints.
- Represented the NSW Ombudsman at conferences, interagency meetings, seminars and community events.
- Compiled data from various sources into excel spreadsheets and reported on findings to the Executive.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders within the community including law enforcement personnel, youth services, homelessness services, government departments and education providers,
- Developed and facilitated workshops and various engagement activities for young people living in out-of-home care, with disability, LGBTQIA+ and young parents.
Caseworker
Rosemount Good Shepherd Youth and Family Services
Sydney, NSW
02.2010 - 11.2014
- Facilitated group sessions focusing on topics such as life skills development and conflict resolution.
- Provided casework services young people with complex needs, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
- Provided advice and support to children, parents and carers on issues related to harm and abuse, domestic violence prevention, intervention and parenting skills.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss case management strategies and review progress towards established goals.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
- Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.
- Maintained updated progress notes and case record and documented children's progress data bases.
- Coordinated case management functions through placement monitoring, crisis intervention and discharge planning.
- Recorded comprehensive case notes and follow up documentation for admitted and transferred clients.
- Met with clients to conduct needs assessments, recommending appropriate support and service offerings.
- Collaborated with clients to set realistic goals and timelines for achieving them.
- Delivered educational workshops for secondary school students.
- Designed and implemented interactive educational tools to assist young people self-regulate.
- Provided advice to secondary school teachers to assist them address issues such as bullying self-harm and suicidal ideation.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in accordance with legal requirements.
Community Engagement Officer
Office of the Children's Guardian
Sydney, NSW
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Supported the implementation of a targeted engagement programme to support the implementation of the new Working with Children Check.
- Conducted stakeholder mapping activities and developed registers in excel to collate findings.
- Provided high-level advice and outcomes reports to the Executive.
- Developed and delivered workshops and webinars to inform stakeholders of legislative changes under the Working with Children Check.
- Worked closely with other departments within the organization to ensure successful program delivery.
- Collaborated with external partners including government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based institutions in order to promote the new Working with Children Check.
- Planned and coordinated logistics for various outreach efforts, such as informational sessions in regional locations.
Education
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Distinction) - in Social Science and Policy
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW02-2012
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Strategic planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Report preparation
- Evidence analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Stakeholder engagement
- Systems Improvement
- Team collaboration
- Work coordination
- Report writing
- Critical Analysis
Certification
- Current Drivers License
- Valid Working with Children Check
Timeline
Child Safe Officer
NSW Office of the Children's Guardian
04.2024 - Current
Community Engagement Officer
NSW Ombudsman
12.2021 - 04.2024
Project Officer, Culturally Diverse Communities
NSW Ombudsman
10.2019 - 12.2021
Youth Liaison Officer
NSW Ombudsman
09.2014 - 10.2019
Community Engagement Officer
Office of the Children's Guardian
06.2014 - 09.2014
Caseworker
Rosemount Good Shepherd Youth and Family Services
02.2010 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Distinction) - in Social Science and Policy
University of New South Wales
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