Amber Iles
Cranebrook
Summary
Dedicated university student seeking a full-time role in casework to broaden my skills and make a positive impact on children, young people, and their families. With a passion for helping others and a strong background in building trust and relationships, I aim to contribute meaningfully to social work. As an Aboriginal individual, I bring cultural competence and a commitment to outstanding service, seeking opportunities for career growth in a culturally respectful environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pcyc Casual
Volunteer
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked with youth and parents.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Student Caseworker
DCJ
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Participated in meetings, group supervisions, pre-assessment consults, panel meetings, and SDMAC meetings.
- Shadowed and observed caseworkers in different teams such as Yura Marana Hub, OOHC, and child protection.
- Have developed writing skills by taking down minutes, case notes, and templates.
- Engaged with children and families on home visits.
- Deeper understanding of theories and how its applied to practice
- Deep understanding of the significance of culture in practice.
- Involved in contact work such as transporting children.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Western Sydney University
Parramatta, NSW11.2024
Cranebrook High School Diploma
Cranebrook, NSW09.2020
Skills
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing advice to students and personalised guidance and strategies
- Helping students to feel more confident during studies by providing many resources including academic and wellbeing assistance
Western Success Advisor- 01/2024 to 06/2024
Casual- Western Sydney University Kingswood
Salvation Army Drugs and Alcohol Sector Penrith
Internship- 11/2023- 01/2024
- Case information confidentiality
- Case note skills
- Improved Interpersonal and written communication
- Engaged in group supervision
- Applied theory to practice
- Use of person-centred and strength-based approach
Skills
- Ability to apply theory to practice.
- Can provide communication, empathy, and teamwork.
- Knowledge of crisis intervention, case note writing, linking theory to practice, and case plans.
- Use of critical thinking and self-reflection.
- Strengths in person-centred communication skills, interpersonal skills, and active listening.
- Deeper understanding of trauma informed practice and attachment theory when working witch children and families.
- Cultural competence when working with diverse clients and colleagues.
Certification
Early years child development training 2024
Caseworker development program 2024
Working with children check
Professional Affiliations
AASW Student membership
Volunteer Experience
Fiji Study tour 2023- Working with villages in Fiji
References
Manager
Joanne leahy
Salvation Army St Mary's
Mobile: 0423 460 846
Email: Joanne.leahy@salvationarmy.org.au
Timeline
Student Caseworker
DCJ
06.2024 - 10.2024
Pcyc Casual
Volunteer
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Western Sydney University
Cranebrook High School Diploma