- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Yoga
- Hiking
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Mindfulness Practices
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
Russell (Russ) Fraser
Mundingburra,QLD
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Integrated Services Facilitator (part Time Casual)
DVNQ
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing workshop content to enhance participant learning.
- Led interactive sessions, encouraging active participation and engagement.
- Facilitated discussions to generate innovative ideas and solutions.
Field Educator
James Cook University
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, establishing trust and promoting open communication for better understanding of course material.
- Maintained records of student progress, ensuring timely identification of areas requiring additional support or intervention.
Supervisor/Consultant Social Worker
Self-employeed
02.2023 - Current
- Explored ethical and value conflicts in relation to service users and organisational dynamics.
- Navigated ethical and value conflicts to enhance service user and organizational relationships.
Manager/Property Caretaker Voluntary Role
Scouts Qld
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed and maintained the operations of a camping facility.
- Coordinated camper reservations and ensured smooth check-in and check-out experiences.
- Coordinated group bookings for up to 50 adults and children.
- Managed routine financial activities, ensuring meticulous tracking and reporting.
Mental Health Social Worker, Company Co Director
Self-employed & Employer
02.2003 - 09.2020
- Supported clients in achieving mental health goals by providing consistent case management and counselling services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for developing individualized care plans and improving client outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to meet needs of individuals with trauma issues.
- Improved client coping strategies with targeted therapeutic interventions.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and interaction for enhanced recovery.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing urgent matters while maintaining a high standard of care across all cases.
- Led psychoeducational workshops on topics relevant to client populations, empowering individuals with knowledge about their conditions.
- Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents.
Coordinator and Assistant Director
Lifeline North Queensland
02.1987 - 09.2003
- Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
- Enhanced team communication by implementing weekly coordination meetings.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews.
Teacher, Community Services
TAFE Queensland
03.1996 - 03.2000
- Developed engaging lesson plans to facilitate student learning and comprehension.
- Improved student performance by providing individualized support and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
- Managed classroom activities to foster a positive and productive learning environment.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Team Leader
Centacare North Queensland
03.1993 - 05.1996
- Coordinated team activities to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Fostered positive team culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation.
- Reviewed project deliverables to ensure quality standards were met.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
Education
No Degree - Graduate Certificate of Research Methods
James Cook University
QLD10-2003
No Degree - Graduate Diploma of Adult Education And Training
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA02-1999
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
James Cook University
QLD03-1984
Skills
- Group facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Meeting management
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Communication strategies
- Icebreaker activities
- Negotiation skills
- Group dynamics
Interests
Timeline
Integrated Services Facilitator (part Time Casual)
DVNQ
08.2024 - Current
Field Educator
James Cook University
07.2023 - Current
Supervisor/Consultant Social Worker
Self-employeed
02.2023 - Current
Manager/Property Caretaker Voluntary Role
Scouts Qld
02.2020 - 07.2023
Mental Health Social Worker, Company Co Director
Self-employed & Employer
02.2003 - 09.2020
Teacher, Community Services
TAFE Queensland
03.1996 - 03.2000
Team Leader
Centacare North Queensland
03.1993 - 05.1996
Coordinator and Assistant Director
Lifeline North Queensland
02.1987 - 09.2003
No Degree - Graduate Certificate of Research Methods
James Cook University
No Degree - Graduate Diploma of Adult Education And Training
University of South Australia
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
James Cook University
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