Simon Patton
Somerville,VIC
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Consumer Advisor
Peninsula Health
2024.02 - Current
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Collected research data through surveys and leading focus groups.
- Synthesized complex information into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Library Touch Point Cleaning
Kingston City Council
2020.04 - 2021.12
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
- Created welcoming and comfortable space by keeping library clean and organized.
- Ensured patron social distancing adherence.
- Prevented on-field conflicts by establishing clear expectations for player conduct at the beginning of each match.
Dairy Production Worker
Pura
2002.02 - 2018.03
- Leveraged problem-solving skills to quickly address any production issues and implement effective solutions, minimizing disruptions and maintaining productivity.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes by providing detailed reports of completed tasks and ongoing projects.
- Organized storage areas for easy retrieval of materials required during daily tasks, increasing workflow speed as a result.
- Assisted with quality control measures, including sampling products for consistency, and appearance before packaging for distribution.
- Reduced downtime during equipment malfunctions, swiftly identifying issues and coordinating repairs with maintenance teams.
- Participated in regular meetings to discuss ways to improve overall efficiency within the dairy production facility.
- Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
Education
Certificate IV - Health Assistant
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC11.2024
High School Diploma -
John Paul College
Frankston, VIC11.1994
Skills
- Inclusion Practices
- Disability Inclusion
- Building relationships
- Administration
- Time management
- Public speaking
- Adaptability
- Enthusiastic
Additional Information
- Current Ambassador for Össur
- Attended multiple mobility (sports) clinics catered towards amputees in Victoria and Queensland.
- Attended recent AHTA Conference (Australian Hand Therapy Association) held in Tasmania as an Ambassador for Össur.
- Attended AOPA (Australian Orthotics and Prosthetics Association) Conference 2023 (Melbourne) and asked to attend the upcoming 2024 Conference held in Canberra as an Ambassador for Össur.
- First Consumer Advisor to be asked to be part of a Research Team for Peninsula Health.
- Spoke at an Amputee education in-service with Peninsula Health as well as an amputee friendly day organised by OAPL and Peninsula Health.
- Interviewed by Monash Health University about consumer and life experience as an amputee to aid in the education of 3rd and 4th year Monash Uni Physiotherapy students.
- Interviewed by La Trobe University Research Department about the benefits of Mobility Clinics for Amputees.
- Talked to a primary school grades 4+5 about disability inclusion and resilience.
- Currently studying Allied Health Assistant Cert IV part time.
- Passionate about inclusion in the sports setting.
- Attended a disability inclusive Pickle Ball themed fun day held by Para-Pickleball National champion Matt Hanson.
- Attended "Day on the Green" (Golf Day) 6mths post Amputation to get back out into the community and met some inspiring people. This was the game changer for me.
- I want everyone who is living with a disability and wants to enjoy the physical and social benefits of sport to have that opportunity.
Timeline
Consumer Advisor
Peninsula Health
2024.02 - Current
Library Touch Point Cleaning
Kingston City Council
2020.04 - 2021.12
Dairy Production Worker
Pura
2002.02 - 2018.03
Certificate IV - Health Assistant
Chisholm Institute
High School Diploma -
John Paul College
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