Greater Sydney Area
Qualified Social Worker and Senior Lecturer with experience across higher education and community-based practice. Skilled in family and domestic violence, child protection, and mental health, with a strong background supporting children and families with complex needs. Experienced in risk assessment, care planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration, alongside academic expertise in curriculum delivery, assessment, and student support. Committed to trauma-informed, strengths-based practice and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Senior Lecturer Responsibilities: Delivered high-quality lectures and tutorials across face-to-face and online environments within the Bachelor of Community Services program. Designed and implemented formative and summative assessments aligned with unit learning outcomes for the Family and Domestic Violence unit. Fostered engaging and inclusive learning environments, provided timely feedback and academic support, and maintained accurate records in line with institutional policies. Collaborated closely with Course Coordinators and the senior lecturing team to support curriculum delivery, academic quality, and student success. Unit Coordinator Responsibilities: Provided academic leadership for the Family and Domestic Violence unit, overseeing delivery, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across multiple campuses and delivery modes nationally. Ensured curriculum development and delivery aligned with Community Work Australia (CWA) standards and higher education regulatory requirements (TEQSA), including the design of assessments aligned to learning outcomes. Supported student engagement and success through coordinated academic and administrative processes.
Delivered family-centred support in alignment with the Thriving Families Framework, maintaining a strong focus on child wellbeing through mandatory reporting obligations and effective safety planning with families and their support networks. Supported families experiencing family and domestic violence, mental health challenges, and substance use, providing trauma-informed assessment, intervention, and risk management. Exercised sound professional judgement in day-to-day case management with children, young people, and families. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, including DCJ, police, schools, and other service providers, to deliver coordinated and holistic care. Facilitated face-to-face engagement with families, ensuring informed consent and participation in programs aimed at strengthening parenting capacity. Co-developed tailored family plans and interventions to build autonomy and support sustainable outcomes.
Delivered clinical social work services across multiple PCCS programs, including Head to Health, Plus Social, and primary care clinics in Northern Sydney. Developed and implemented person-centred care plans using recovery-oriented approaches, supporting diverse clients with complex and long-term needs, including mental health and physical health conditions impacting mental wellbeing. Conducted comprehensive assessments, including IAR (Initial Assessment and Referral) and K10 screening, and facilitated social prescribing to improve access to services and recovery outcomes. Supported clients through NDIS applications, My Aged Care processes, and access to broader government services. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external providers, while advocating for clients to enhance service access and overall wellbeing.
Designed and delivered a youth development program for disadvantaged young people aged 14–19, supporting disengaged youth to access the Youth Connect Program. Developed individualised transition plans, facilitated pathways into education, employment, and training, and delivered work readiness and mentoring support. Collaborated closely with families, guardians, and external stakeholders, and managed referrals from community service providers, education institutions, and government agencies.
Coordinated supports for NDIS participants, including those with Specialist Support Coordination needs, by conducting risk assessments, facilitating access to appropriate services, and liaising with providers to ensure effective care delivery. Managed documentation and budgets in compliance with policy, and identified suitable support, services, and programs to meet complex individual needs.