Ashley Clark

• Phone: +61 412 345 678
• Email: ashley.clark@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: ashleyclarkrehab

Summary

Facilitating independent living and vocational reintegration for individuals with disabilities for over 7 years. Proven success in developing tailored rehabilitation plans, conducting comprehensive assessments, and coordinating multi-disciplinary support services to achieve client goals.

Adept at navigating complex compensation and insurance systems, advocating for client needs, and empowering individuals to maximize their functional capacity and quality of life.

Experience

Senior Rehabilitation Counselor, NSW Rehabilitation Services -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2020 – present

• Managed a caseload of 40+ clients with diverse physical and psychological disabilities, achieving an 85% success rate in vocational placement or return-to-work outcomes.

• Developed and implemented individualized rehabilitation programs, integrating vocational assessments, job coaching, and ergonomic evaluations.

• Coordinated with medical professionals, employers, and support agencies to ensure holistic client care and seamless transition processes.

• Provided expert testimony and reports for workers' compensation and insurance claims, leading to favourable client outcomes in 90% of cases.

• Mentored junior counselors, contributing to a 20% improvement in team efficiency and client satisfaction scores.

Rehabilitation Counselor, Lifespan Disability Support -- Parramatta, Australia

June 2017 – Feb 2020

• Conducted initial needs assessments and functional capacity evaluations for 100+ clients with acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, and mental health conditions.

• Designed and delivered psychosocial support interventions, improving client coping mechanisms and community integration.

• Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on skill development, self-advocacy, and emotional regulation.

• Collaborated with NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) planners to secure appropriate funding and resources for clients' rehabilitation journeys.

• Maintained accurate and confidential client records, adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards.

Education

University of Sydney, Master of Health Science in Rehabilitation Counseling -- Sydney, Australia

Feb 2015 – May 2017

Macquarie University, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2012 – Feb 2015

Skills

Core Competencies: Vocational Assessment, Case Management, Psychosocial Support, Return-to-Work Planning, Disability Management, Client Advocacy, Program Development, Crisis Intervention, Group Facilitation

Clinical Skills: Functional Capacity Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Principles, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Ergonomic Assessments

Technical Skills: NDIS Portal, Microsoft Office Suite, Client Management Systems (CMS), Telehealth Platforms

Languages: English (Native)