Yvette McKinley
Peregian Beach
Summary
I have thoroughly enjoyed returning to work in Mental Health in 2019 after an extensive career break. Although I do not wish to have a permanent position, I very much enjoy the opportunities provided by being a locum and working with a variety of teams, consumers and their families/significant others.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
HP4 Senior Clinical Lead Locum
CSTARS -Community Subacute Transitional Recovery
2023.08 - 2025.03
- Led multidisciplinary team to develop and implement consumer-centered care plans.
- Oversaw clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Mentored staff on evidence-based practices to enhance consumer recovery outcomes.
- Coordinated training sessions to improve staff competency in specialized therapeutic interventions.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families to support holistic treatment approaches.
- Developed strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service quality within the organization.
- Served as a key liaison between consumers, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and appropriate care planning.
- Provided expert guidance on clinical issues during team meetings, contributing to informed decision-making and best practice implementation.
- Assisted with recruitment processes for new team members, ensuring alignment with organizational values and skills requirements for high-quality patient care delivery.
- Managed complex cases effectively through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal consumer outcomes.
- Developed strong interdisciplinary relationships to ensure a collaborative approach in consumer management.
- Facilitated timely exit planning by coordinating services across various departments and community resources.
HP4 Senior Social Worker Locum
HHOT - Homeless Health Team
2023.06 - 2023.08
HP4 Social Worker
Continuing Care Team CCT North
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Facilitated access to social services for diverse populations, ensuring equitable resource distribution.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with consumers, families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify consumer needs, strengths, and barriers to achieving goals.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Coordinated community outreach programs, enhancing awareness of available support resources.
HP4 Senior Social Worker Locum
HHOT - Homeless Health Team
2022.05 - 2023.01
- Facilitated comprehensive assessments to identify consumer needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Led multidisciplinary teams in coordinating services for individuals facing mental health and social challenges.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance service delivery and improve client outcomes.
- Advocated for consumers' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and supportive services.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed community partnerships to enhance service offerings and expand outreach efforts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic care plans addressing physical, mental, emotional, and social needs of consumers
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Nambour General Hospital
2020.07 - 2022.04
- HP3 Locum Social Worker – Pandanus Inpatient Unit, Nambour General Hospital, Recovery and Partnerships Team, Mental Health and Specialised Services.
HP4 Locum Social Worker
Community Care Team North
2021.07 - 2021.08
- HP4 Locum Social Worker – Community Care Team North, Mental Health and Specialised Services
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Community Care Team North
2019.12 - 2020.07
- HP3 – Locum Social Worker -Community Care Team North, Mental Health and Specialised Services
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Nambour General Hospital
2019.09 - 2019.12
- HP3 Locum Social Worker – LGE Inpatient Unit, Nambour General Hospital, Recovery and Partnerships Team, Mental Health and Specialised Services.
2004.01 - 2019.09
- Pursued other career options and was primary caregiver to our four children.
1990.12 - 2004.01
- Worked in various mental health social worker and management roles throughout Queensland and the United Kingdom.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Queensland
01.1990
Timeline
HP4 Senior Clinical Lead Locum
CSTARS -Community Subacute Transitional Recovery
2023.08 - 2025.03
HP4 Senior Social Worker Locum
HHOT - Homeless Health Team
2023.06 - 2023.08
HP4 Social Worker
Continuing Care Team CCT North
2023.02 - 2023.05
HP4 Senior Social Worker Locum
HHOT - Homeless Health Team
2022.05 - 2023.01
HP4 Locum Social Worker
Community Care Team North
2021.07 - 2021.08
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Nambour General Hospital
2020.07 - 2022.04
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Community Care Team North
2019.12 - 2020.07
HP3 Locum Social Worker
Nambour General Hospital
2019.09 - 2019.12
2004.01 - 2019.09
1990.12 - 2004.01
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Queensland