Highly skilled Community Development Practitioner with solid experience in fostering and strengthening relationships within local communities. Strengths include localised strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills aligned with a deep understanding of community development practices. Noted for successful initiatives resulting in increased community participation and collaboration.
Hi, I’m
Sue Hopkins
Kenilworth,QLD
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Batchelor of Human Services
1
Diploma Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy
4
Mental Health First Aid
1
Certificate 3 in Disabilities
1
Touch Points training
4
Assert Aware Alive training
2
Be your Best training
3
Starseed sisterhood seasons
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kenilworth Community-Led Safe SpaceKenilworth, Queensland
Suicide Prevention Safe Space Co-Ordinator
10.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated community events to promote safe space initiatives.
- Assisted in developing outreach materials for community engagement.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for workshops and meetings.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance program visibility.
- Supported data collection and reporting for program activities.
- Engaged with community members to gather feedback and suggestions.
- Organized training sessions for volunteers on safety protocols.
- Maintained communication with stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the Safe Space, including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Organised team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to new volunteers to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Guided volunteers in handling difficult, or complex, problems.
- Trained volunteers on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
UniScSippy Downs, Queensland
International Student Peer Support
02.2025 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Participated in group projects to enhance collaboration and communication skills.
- Conducted research to support coursework and develop critical thinking abilities.
- Assisted peers in understanding complex concepts through tutoring sessions.
- Cultivated relationships with community organizations for resource sharing.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine mentorship strategies and best practices.
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.
- Mentored individuals on professional development topics such as communication skills, problem-solving and goal setting.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee to discuss challenges, successes and goals.
- Met with assigned students individually or in small groups to provide intentional, structured organizational support and mentorship.
- Engaged consistently with mentees through designated contact points using various methods.
- Encouraged open dialogue between mentor and mentee pairs to promote trust, respect and understanding of different perspectives.
- Established meaningful connections between mentors and mentees through networking activities.
- Created an atmosphere of mutual learning by offering constructive criticism in a supportive environment.
- Provided advice to mentees on career paths, job opportunities and educational options.
- Maintained up-to-date records of mentor and mentee interactions in order to track progress over time.
- Shared school or college experiences and gave advice on campus life, classes and professors and teachers.
- Utilized technology and social media platforms to maintain engagement and communication with mentees.
- Managed a diverse group of mentees, adapting mentoring approaches to accommodate different backgrounds and learning styles.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging times, guiding mentees towards appropriate resources.
- Managed time effectively to balance academic responsibilities and personal commitments.
- Attended workshops to gain knowledge on career development and networking strategies.
- Collaborated with faculty on projects, enhancing knowledge of academic standards and expectations.
- Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
- Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
- Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow students on academic issues.
- Completed coursework in a broad range of subjects, developing a well-rounded education.
- Engaged in classroom discussions, demonstrating critical thinking skills.
- Prepared and delivered presentations on subject-specific topics.
- Volunteered for community service projects, applying academic knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- Mastered various software tools and platforms for online learning and assignments.
- Guided mentees through personal development and career planning discussions.
- Facilitated workshops on effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Developed training materials to support mentee learning objectives.
- Evaluated mentee progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
Peer 4 PeerSunshine Coast , Queensland
Peer Support Mentor
03.2023 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Guided individuals in establishing personal development goals and actionable plans.
- Created tailored educational resources based on mentee needs and interests.
- Collaborated with team members to identify effective mentorship strategies.
- Monitored mentee progress, offering constructive feedback and encouragement.
- Developed rapport with mentees to cultivate a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings to address challenges and celebrate successes.
- Engaged consistently through designated contact points using various communication methods.
- Provided mental health resources, including stress management strategies.
Self EmployedKenilworth, Queensland
Holistic Intergration Creative Arts Therapist
01.2024 - 09.2025
Job overview
- Delivered individual therapy sessions to clients with diverse mental health needs.
- Developed tailored treatment plans following comprehensive client assessments.
- Utilized various therapeutic techniques to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Maintained detailed client records, ensuring compliance with confidentiality regulations.
- Conducted follow-up sessions to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote community support and shared experiences.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and self-care practices for enhanced well-being.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on current trends in psychology.
BP Kenilworth
Console Operator
01.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Administration
- Retail service
- Mechanical bookings
- Stock itinerary
- Safety procedures
Quarry Solution
Administration\Wighbridge Operator
01.2017 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Heavy transport administration
- Chain of responsibilities
- Quarry product knowledge
- Australian weights and measures standards and limits
- First aid
- Suicide prevention first aid
- OHS mining standards
- Induction and training
- NSW transport legislation
Education
University of The Sunshine CoastSippy Downs
Bachelor of Science from Human Services, Community Development, Sociology, Social Policy, Mental Health, Indigenous Studies
07.2019 - Current
University Overview
- 2025 Graduate, current GPA 5.75, Student Leadership Award
- Subjects of interest, Community Develoment, Social policy, Sociology, Mental Health, Indigenous studies
- GPA: 5.75
- Participated in the Student support and mentoring
- Professional Affiliations: Research Theory Testing Dr Tina Lathouras, Nature connection
- Participated in the University's Mentorship Program
- Professional Development Courses: Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy, Touch Points, Mental Health First Aide,Truth telling, My voice in action, Building Connected Communities, Gordon Training Be Your Best and Assert Aware Alive
- Relevant Coursework and Training Programs: Sociology, Indigenous Studies, Community Development, Social action, Sustainability, Legislation and government interaction, Ethics, Human development, Disabilities, Social Work,
- Professional Affiliations: Roses in the ocean Suicide prevention in communities
- Professional Affiliations: Caloundra Community Center
- Professional Affiliations: Maleny Neighborhood Centre
- Professional Affiliations: Praxis Group
- Workshops and Seminars Attended: CD QLD Convention 2023, 2025
Holistic Intergrated Creative Arts TherapyOn Line
No Degree
01.2023 - 08.2024
University Overview
- Completed 20 module, 18 month online course
- Movement therapy
- Sand play
- Self portraiture
- Mask making
- PTSD support
- Story telling
- Music and rhythm therapy
- Vocal chanting
Sunshine Coast TAFENambour, QLD
No Degree from Disabilities
03.2016 - 08.2016
University Overview
- Disability support work best parctise
- Anti discrimination
- Personal care
- Mobility aids
- Communication aids
- Ethics and law
- Practise and procedures Health and safety
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Situational awareness
- Mental health support
- Community engagement
- Interpersonal skills
- Event coordination
- Project support
- Stakeholder updates
- Team collaboration
- Relationship management
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Primary contact point
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving strategies
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Roses in the ocean
- Caloundra Community Centre
- Community Praxis Co-op
- UniSc Community Development and International student support
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Student Leadership Award
Certification
- Bachelor of Human Services
- Holistic integrated arts therapy
- Assert, aware, alive
- Be your best
- Disability Certificate 3
- Mental Health First Aid
Timeline
International Student Peer Support
UniSc
02.2025 - 06.2025
Suicide Prevention Safe Space Co-Ordinator
Kenilworth Community-Led Safe Space
10.2024 - Current
Holistic Intergration Creative Arts Therapist
Self Employed
01.2024 - 09.2025
Peer Support Mentor
Peer 4 Peer
03.2023 - 01.2025
Holistic Intergrated Creative Arts Therapy
No Degree
01.2023 - 08.2024
Console Operator
BP Kenilworth
01.2021 - 01.2022
University of The Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Science from Human Services, Community Development, Sociology, Social Policy, Mental Health, Indigenous Studies
07.2019 - Current
Administration\Wighbridge Operator
Quarry Solution
01.2017 - 01.2019
Sunshine Coast TAFE
No Degree from Disabilities
03.2016 - 08.2016
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Quote
If you have come here to help me you are wasting your time , but if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together.
Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular Activities
Storytelling, Songwriting, Poetry, Writing, Community Singing, Community yarning, Women’s gathering, Crotchet.
Custom
Custom
This section is where I would normally list experiences chronologically; however, I have been involved in many projects over the course of my life, that in many ways overlap, therefore I find it difficult to separate by date.
- Student Leadership program USC
- Suicide prevention first aider
- Mental health first aider
- Founding member Barbed wire BBQ
- Volunteer Kenilworth Community Connector
- Disability support worker
- Event assistant Anywhere Theater
- Event assistant Museday Theater
- Building Better Communities volunteer
- Community pool coordinator
- P&C president
References
References
- Dr Athena Lathouras tlathouras@usc.edu.au, 0413 738 623 Community Praxis Co-op, Senior Lecturer UniSc
- Ben Burns, writebikesound, 0450 943 557 Kenilworth Community Led Safe Space Foundation co-ordinator
- Natasha Symons, healingheart@live.com.au, 0447 411 982, Healing Heart Womens Healing Practitioner
- Donna Williams BSW, donnas5ferals@hotmail.com, 0427 570 168 BSW Community Development Practitioner
- Belinda Irvin BSW, belinda_irvin@hotmail.com, 0407 644 954 BSW