Saffron Russell

Conducted thorough domestic and family violence risk assessments for women and families across NT, SA, and WA. Provided crisis response and developed immediate safety plans for victim-survivors and children. Identified and evaluated risks faced by women and children affected by coercive control, intergenerational trauma, and housing instability. Coordinated short-term intensive case management and facilitated referrals to specialized services including child protection, housing, legal, and mental health resources. Advocated within complex systems to enhance safety outcomes and successfully addressed barriers to accommodation and service access. Maintained comprehensive case documentation, data entry, and reporting in compliance with organizational standards. Collaborated with DFVS caseworkers, community program teams, legal services, youth services, and child and family wellbeing teams. Operated within a trauma-informed and culturally safe framework, guided by Anangu leadership and community expertise. Managed competing priorities in a high-demand environment while upholding professional boundaries and maintaining self-care awareness.

Facilitated culturally safe services for women and families in diverse communities.

Developed and implemented tailored programs addressing women's health and wellbeing needs.

Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance support networks for vulnerable populations.

Enhanced client recovery through effective management of caseloads within a residential therapeutic community AOD setting using structured case management approaches. Delivered impactful programs focused on therapy, cultural enrichment, harm reduction, and relapse prevention in group environments. Achieved personalized treatment outcomes by designing individual treatment plans based on client-specific goals. Leveraged motivational interviewing and brief intervention techniques to enhance client engagement and progress. Facilitated comprehensive case management support, including resident intake, induction processes, and ongoing performance reviews. Provided critical support to clients dealing with complex trauma, including domestic and family violence histories. Maintained accurate and detailed case notes, care plans, and acquittal reports to ensure compliance and transparency. Significantly contributed to client recovery by fostering the development of life skills, relapse prevention strategies, and successful transitions to independent living. Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to drive comprehensive support. Provided essential after-hours support as part of an on-call rotating roster.

Oversaw the implementation of structured cooking and activity programs within a juvenile detention center. Cultivated trust and rapport with adolescents who experienced considerable trauma and disengagement. Established secure and respectful settings that facilitated active participation and skill acquisition. Applied trauma-informed engagement techniques to set boundaries and demonstrate patience with youth.

Local and remote tree work, pruning and removals.

Facilitated effective communication between clients and arborists to maintain safety standards during tasks. Managed operation of chainsaws and woodchipper machinery to ensure efficient workflow. Coordinated final cleanup and presentation efforts to exceed customer expectations.

Operated equipment for tree pruning and removal, ensuring safety protocols were followed.

Assisted team in removing debris and maintaining cleanliness of job sites.

Collaborated with colleagues to execute efficient tree care practices and improve workflow.

Assisted Anglicare with implementation of an industry networking event. Coordinated local services to enhance event participation. Managed logistics and programming for the event.

Achieved enhanced operational efficiency through streamlined office management and consulting processes. Delivered marketing strategies that significantly increased customer engagement. Generated valuable insights from sales reports that informed strategic decisions. Executed back office functions to achieve financial accuracy and compliance. Facilitated timely remittance advice payments to uphold account integrity. Cultivated a high-performing team through targeted hiring and regular staff engagement.