Sam Duncan
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dedicated School Counsellor with expertise in crisis intervention and individualized student support plans. Skilled in coordinating referrals for mental health services and collaborating with staff to address behavioural challenges. Proficient in suicide prevention and multicultural competence, with a strong focus on fostering positive behaviour change and providing advocacy for clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counsellor
St Gregory’s College
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinated referrals for outside services such as mental health or medical care when appropriate.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop strategies for students exhibiting behavioral challenges.
- Provided crisis intervention services to support students in times of need.
- Facilitated parent meetings to discuss student progress and behavior changes.
- Developed and implemented individualized student educational plans to meet social, emotional, physical and academic needs.
Mental Health Support Worker
Untied For Care
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted clients in navigating the healthcare system by providing information regarding insurance coverage options.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to assist clients in managing acute episodes of distress or agitation.
- Supported medication adherence through monitoring side effects, assessing effectiveness, and coordinating refills with prescribers.
- Conducted assessments of clients’ mental status, including evaluating their level of functioning, moods, and thoughts.
Senior Youth Worker
Youth Off The Streets
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Developed and Monitored client attendance records to ensure all necessary services were being provided according to established standards.
- Created an environment that encouraged positive behavior change through reinforcement strategies such as rewards systems and recognition programs.
- Provided advocacy services on behalf of clients when appropriate or requested by families or guardians.
- Mentored and coached young people by providing guidance and resources to foster development of life skills.
- Provided crisis intervention support to youth in need of immediate assistance.
Youth Worker
Top Blokes Foundation
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented program plans to support youth in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Mentored and motivated youths to overcome daily obstacles and barriers.
- Facilitated group activities to promote positive communication, collaboration, and decision-making among youth.
- Implemented evidence based practices to improve outcomes of behavior modification plans designed for individual students.
Youth Coach
SYC
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Created age appropriate drills and activities to help build character traits like discipline and respect.
- Collaborated with community partners to ensure access to necessary resources for clients.
- Identified potential risks that may affect a client’s ability to remain safely in their home environment.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills by providing guidance on budgeting, employment opportunities, housing search, parenting techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress through data entry into electronic health record system.
Education Officer
Warakirri College
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted schools in developing innovative approaches to addressing challenges related to student learning objectives.
- Took attendance and kept track of evaluations and paperwork.
- Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher.
- Engaged students in extracurricular activities to enhance learning.
- Helped students develop problem-solving skills.
- Supervised students in the classroom and during field trips.
Education Officer
Albion Park High School
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Coordinated special projects aimed at enhancing student engagement through interactive learning experiences.
- Facilitated collaboration between teachers within the same grade level or subject area.
- Conducted assessments of student learning outcomes and developed plans to improve instruction based on results.
- Identified potential issues related to classroom dynamics or instructional practices.
Education
Diploma - Youth Work
TAFE NSW
Shellharbour, NSW12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Science
Swinburne University
Online 06-2027
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Special education support
- Special education
- Positive behavior supports
- Solutions-focused
Certification
- Aboriginal Mental Health Training Assessment
- LoveBites Facilitation
- WWCC Check
Timeline
School Counsellor
St Gregory’s College
12.2023 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker
Untied For Care
04.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Youth Worker
Youth Off The Streets
12.2021 - 01.2024
Youth Worker
Top Blokes Foundation
06.2021 - 12.2021
Youth Coach
SYC
01.2021 - 06.2021
Education Officer
Warakirri College
09.2019 - 01.2021
Education Officer
Albion Park High School
04.2019 - 09.2019
Diploma - Youth Work
TAFE NSW
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Science
Swinburne University
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