mental health workWhat type Christmas Island Detention Centre mental health What nationality are you? austraian What languages do you speak (and at what level)? english What country or area are you looking to work in and why? Christmas Island detention centre What countries have you worked in? australia What field do you currently work in? mental health What fields have you worked in before? rural & remote, forensic, acute, crisis intervention, clozaril co-ordinator. Level 2 depot and medication clinic's. community nursing, high dependency units, 1-1 client's detained suicidal & detained refugees. drug & ETOCH. 32 years in the mental health services. What qualifications do you hold? Registered Bachelor general nursing, Post graduate in Mental Health Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? Clinical skills. Hands on experience gains further knowledge & skills & understanding. Communication skills and compassion is not learnt from books. Education and research is just as vital. The two should go hand in hand Describe the benefits of working with others deeper understanding & compassion for others, learning different cultures,, team work in a diverse setting. working in a mult-disciplinary team, developing stronger relationships, understanding & communication skills , satisfaction, knowledge, enjoyment, learn from each other, debriefing, reflecting,observing, listening skills. problem solving, brain storming for solutions & outcomes Describe the benefits of working alone challenging, discipline. satisfaction, achievement, goal setting, reflecting, problem solving. What was your worst working experience? entering a home to administer an injection to a psychotic client. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? always be non judgemental, and ensure you keep your opinions to yourself unless asked. Advocate and focus on the client's needs. Taking the time for clients is very valuable & rewarding What unique skills do you have? listening skills. communications skills understanding and compassion. open mind to except diverse cultures 32 years experience in various fields in mental health What would you consider as your 'dream job'? level 2 mental health professional. Freelance fashion designer What are the most interesting aspects of your field? meeting different people. problem solving, humour, discussions, counselling,seeing good outcomes. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? politics, poor management, poor decision making, incompetent, disrespectful & disinterested lazy workers Please replace this with a question of your own How long would I have to wait for a position as a Mental health worker for the detention centre at christmas island? How can potential employers contact you? email Littlequeenyau@hotmail.com south australia | 
