Hi,I'm Hayley
I specialise in supporting children and young people to flourish and seed their true potential. Through youth - focused skill development sessions we identify your interests and talents to guide you towards living your best life. Navigating challenges is difficult but with clear goals and strategies we can celebrate each win, as we take one step at a time. With over 15 years of experience, I’m passionate about supporting young people and families, working collaboratively to thrive in today's ever changing world.
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'When we sow a seed, we plant a narrative of future possibility. It is an action of hope. Not all the seeds we sow will germinate, but there is a sense of security that comes from knowing you have seeds in the ground'
Dr Sue Stuart-Smith (The Well Gardened Mind)
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I can help you figure out what seeds/goals you want to plant into growing your most meaningful and exciting life. Let’s begin!
Professional Experience
I have extensive experience on the Gold Coast in various youth, disability and community service roles. Working predominately with young people, I have also supported children as young as 4 years old in special education schools all through the life span to older adults with complex psychosocial disabilities. To summarise my key roles:
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Youth support case management roles in 4 mainstream high schools (Education QLD) and 1 alternative education school (Arcadia College), including group program facilitation
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Education, Employment Project Officer - Youth Justice
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Program Deliverer Role - Brisbane Youth Detention Centre (trauma-informed yoga and creative arts)
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Program deliverer through private practice and partnerships with Education QLD, City of Gold Coast, Wesley Mission, Ohana for Youth (trauma-informed yoga and creative arts)
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Child Safety Support Officer
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Teacher Aide roles in a Primary school and Special Education school
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Occupational Therapy Assistant - Family and Community based role
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NDIS support work (children, youth, young adults and older adults as a mental health support worker)
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NDIS Support Coordination
Due to this extensive experience, I have an understanding of services and processes within mainstream government departments (education, health, youth justice, child safety and centrelink), NDIS and community services.
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My qualifications include a Bachelor in Social Sciences (Counselling and Human Services) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Developmental Trauma. I also have a Cert III and IV in Fitness (yoga qualification).