Once upon a time, I was so embarrassed about my resume. It was 4 pages long before I’d even hit 25.
I’ve worked in retail, administrative roles in family law, facility maintenance, construction, building restorations, real estate and even life insurance sales (what a time that was…)

BUT then I became a business owner, and the first business I owned was a cookie company for two years. “ChunkyBoiz Cookie Co” made some waves during Covid, and I learnt A LOT about owning a small business.

You can read about all that here, it’s legit I swear… see here too.

I then moved into Disability Support Work, and here we are today!

What formal education have I done?

• CHC52015 - Diploma of Community Services

• CHC43515 - Certificate IV Mental Health Peer Work

• CHC33015 - Certificate III Individual Support

• Standard Mental Health First Aid Certificate

• First Aid Certifications (HLTAID001, 002 & 003)

• HLTINF001 - Comply with Infection Prevention & Control Policies / Procedures

• NDIS Orientation Modules - Quality, Safety & You / Supporting Safe & Enjoyable Meals / Supporting Effective Communication / New Worker Module

CURRENTLY STUDYING

• Currently enrolled in Graduate Certificate in Autism & Neurodivergent Studies

  (University of Wollongong)

• Commencing a Bachelor of Social Work (with Honours) in 2026.

  (University of Newcastle)

Professional Development

• Child Safety Learning Course - NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian - September 2022

• Supporting Autistic and ADHD Folk in the Perinatal Period Online Conference - May 2025

• Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice - Mental Health Coordinating Council - July 2025

I am also a firm believer that lived experience is so important. That’s why I believe, combining my own experiences and certifications, I’m doing alright in creating safety in my practice.