Sara Irace
SYDNEY,NSW
Summary
PACFA-registered Certified Practising Counsellor with a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy and several years of experience in private mental health. Currently working as a Day Program Manager, with experience in client assessment, group facilitation, care coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about providing compassionate, person-centred and evidence-informed counselling support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Program Manager
Kellyville Private Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Manage the delivery and ongoing development of evidence-based therapeutic day programs for clients with a range of mental health presentations.
- Facilitate and coordinate therapeutic group programs incorporating approaches including DBT, ACT and psychoeducation.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and allied health clinicians to support integrated multidisciplinary care.
- Monitor client progress, risk and treatment outcomes, contributing to clinical review, discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Liaised with families, carers, GPs, case managers, and external providers to foster coordinated treatment and effective follow-up.
- Conducted client intake, assessment, and referral reviews to ensure program suitability and enhance individualised treatment planning.
- Provided day-to-day leadership, mentoring, and operational support to therapy assistants and multidisciplinary staff to enhance team effectiveness.
- Acted as Allied Health Manager, overseeing clinical operations, staff rostering, and team coordination.
Allied Health Assistant
Kellyville Private Hospital
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Facilitated therapeutic group programs within hospital's allied health service, enhancing client participation.
- Collaborated with clinicians on client engagement, group preparation, and resource development to optimize program effectiveness.
- Delivered practical and emotional support to clients during treatment, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
- Worked collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support safe, consistent and person-centered care.
Membership Consultant
Anytime Fitness
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Coordinated community events and local promotions for Anytime Fitness to enhance brand visibility.
- Cultivated strong member relationships through daily client support, fostering loyalty and retention.
- Managed enquiries, processed memberships, and oversaw front-desk operations to ensure smooth member experiences.
Education
Master of Counselling And Psychotherapy -
ACAP University College
09-2026
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
Australian Catholic University
12-2023
Skills
- Counselling
- Client engagement
- Client assessment
- Therapeutic group facilitation
- Risk assessment
- Care coordination
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Program coordination
Certification
- PACFA Certified Practising Counsellor
- Working With Children Check (NSW) — Current
- National Police Check — Current
Timeline
Day Program Manager
Kellyville Private Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Allied Health Assistant
Kellyville Private Hospital
04.2022 - 04.2024
Membership Consultant
Anytime Fitness
02.2019 - 04.2022
Master of Counselling And Psychotherapy -
ACAP University College
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
Australian Catholic University