Samantha Lee Gordon
Mental Health
Geelong,VIC
Summary
My passion, patience and empathy towards people and knowing that assisting them gives me drive in a positive way. Always eager to learn and pushing through challenges.
Completing numerous courses and volunteering. Excelling in team environments, always with a positive attitude.
Compassionate, with supporting and with a strong dedication to helping individuals, have the skill's in providing patient care and evidence-based interventions. Having a deep understanding of mental health and with ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges and holistically support each individual and families, with support and encouragement,
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
Saha Supports
04.2022 - 01.2026
- Provided compassionate support to individuals facing mental health challenges, promoting emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Disability Support Worker
Home Care Assistance - HCA
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided personalized support to clients with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and overall well-being.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Coordinated transportation and activities for clients, promoting social engagement and community involvement.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare professionals.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Evaluated service delivery processes, identifying areas for improvement to enhance client satisfaction and outcomes.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Education
Diploma - Community Services
Hammond Institute
Victoria05-2026
Trauma and Substance use and Addiction in Mental Health
SHARC Self Help Addition Resource Centre
Victoria03-2023
Peer Support Training in Peer Support Training
Sharc Family Drug help
Victoria10-2022
First Aid in Mental Health AOD in Mental Health
SHARC Family Drug help
Victoria09-2022
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Hammond Institute
Melbourne, VIC06.2020
Skills
- Experience with Children
- Individual Counselling, Care Planning, Client Referrals, Substance Abuse Support, Coping support (2 years)
- Relationship Building, Crisis Intervention, Family Support,
- Assisting with Facilitating Programs, Peer Support,
- De-escalation techniques
Additional Information
NDIS screening check
Working With Children Check
Police Check
Current First Aid Certificate
Mental Health First Aid
Certification
First Aid Mental Health
Peer Support Certificate
- PS- Prevention Specialist
Additional Information
Full drivers licence
Timeline
Mental Health Support Worker
Saha Supports
04.2022 - 01.2026
Disability Support Worker
Home Care Assistance - HCA
04.2022 - 08.2025
Peer Support Training in Peer Support Training
Sharc Family Drug help
First Aid in Mental Health AOD in Mental Health
SHARC Family Drug help
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Hammond Institute
Diploma - Community Services
Hammond Institute
Trauma and Substance use and Addiction in Mental Health
SHARC Self Help Addition Resource Centre