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Sarah Horvath

Financial Counsellor
Morayfield

Summary

Compassionate Financial Counsellor with extensive knowledge of counselling and financial counselling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualised treatment plans. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants, working towards best outcomes for clients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Counselling

Blissful Minds
04.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, and progress notes for effective case management.

Volunteer Financial Counsellor

Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed caseload effectively, ensuring timely follow-up appointments and communication with clients.
  • Safeguarded client confidentiality while maintaining accurate records and documentation of counseling sessions.
  • Assisted clients in reducing debt through customized repayment strategies and budget adjustments.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to provide comprehensive financial counseling services, addressing all aspects of a client's financial life.
  • Cultivated a positive, non-judgmental environment for clients to openly discuss their financial challenges and concerns.
  • Increased client confidence in managing personal finances by providing tools and resources for long-term success.
  • Empowered clients to take control of their financial futures through goal-setting exercises and ongoing support throughout the counseling process.
  • Strengthened client understanding of complex financial concepts using clear explanations and real-life examples.
  • Enhanced financial literacy for individuals and families by conducting educational workshops on budgeting, credit management, and savings.

Counsellor

Self Employed
7 2014 - 11.2022
  • Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children ages 6 to 12.
  • Used cognitive behaviour therapy to assist youth in recognising and redirecting poor habits.
  • Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
  • Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues.
  • Provided referrals for community resources and mental health professionals for families and students.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behaviors Therapy.
  • Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activities to improve clients' level of functioning.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
  • Provided guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
  • Provided supervision to clergy and Chaplin's.

Bunnings Team Member

Bunnings
12.2015 - Current
  • Supported loss prevention goals by maintaining accurate drawers and monitoring shopper behaviors.
  • Established new strategies that significantly decreased the average write off amount each week.
  • Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
  • Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organised shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.

Education

Diploma of Financial Counselling - Financial Counselling

Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
Brisbane, QLD
04.2001 -

Master of Counselling -

Stirling Theological College
44-60 Jacksons Rd, Mulgrave VIC 3170
02.2019 - Current

Grad Diploma of Counselling And Psychotherapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
7/92 Hoskins St, Mitchell, ACT, 2911
2017.02 - 2017.12

Grad Certificate in Counselling And Family Therapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
7/92 Hoskins St, Mitchell, ACT, 2911
02.2015 - 20162

Advanced Diploma in Counselling And Family Therapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
7/92 Hoskins St, Mitchell, ACT, 2911
07.2014 - 20142

Skills

Teamwork and flexibility

Documentation and reporting

Microsoft office

Active listening

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Intervention planning

Skilled in intake interviewing

Mental health support

Timeline

Counselling

Blissful Minds
04.2024 - Current

Volunteer Financial Counsellor

Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre
04.2024 - Current

Master of Counselling -

Stirling Theological College
02.2019 - Current

Bunnings Team Member

Bunnings
12.2015 - Current

Grad Certificate in Counselling And Family Therapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
02.2015 - 20162

Advanced Diploma in Counselling And Family Therapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
07.2014 - 20142

Diploma of Financial Counselling - Financial Counselling

Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
04.2001 -

Counsellor

Self Employed
7 2014 - 11.2022

Grad Diploma of Counselling And Psychotherapy -

Australian Institute Of Family Counselling
2017.02 - 2017.12

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