Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Worker
Marist 180
10.2024 - Current
Assisted youths in developing life skills such as problem solving, communication, decision-making.
Provided emotional support and guidance to youths in difficult situations.
Maintained records of program services provided to ensure compliance with regulations.
Caseworker
Uniting
Dubbo , NSW
03.2023 - 09.2024
Provided crisis intervention when necessary by responding quickly to urgent requests from clients or referral sources.
Attended professional trainings related to best practices in case management techniques..
Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
Contact Worker
Kids Out West
Dubbo
08.2016 - 01.2023
As a contact worker my role varies significantly depending on the job, child or family
I am responsible to supervise family contact, to ascertain any safety issues, monitor the behaviour and complete a report at end of visit
While supervising young people in accommodation, I am responsible for the day to day activities for a young person or persons, such as all meals, hygiene, school attendance, and appointments.
Disability Employment Officer
Interact
10.2015 - 08.2016
As an employment officer, I assisted clients to find and secure employment, training or meet other vocational needs
I was required to keep up to date detailed notes and report on the Human Services database
I also talked to potential employers about prospective positions and benefits to be gained by employing referred clients.
Caseworker
Uniting
02.2011 - 10.2015
Sustainable Tenancies: Maintaining and assisting Housing NSW tenants who have high and complex needs and who are having difficulties sustaining their tenancy
DOORWAYS: Assisting young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to find secure and long term accommodation
Reconnect: Working with young people and their families who are at risk of homelessness
Intensive Family Based Services: Working intensively with families whose children are at imminent risk of removal from Community Services