ANA VUJNOVICH
Auckland,Auckland
Summary
An experienced, adaptable, social worker, with over 13 years in the field of Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD), Co-Existing Disorders (CED), and Community Mental Health services. Working with a diverse, high risk population in both community and residential based settings. Success in programme and organisational planning, including setting up and overseeing the first Alcohol and Drug Treatment (AODT) Court Recovery House, with a strong commitment to serving the needs of people in our community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisor Customer Liaison
Kainga Ora
Auckland
01.2022 - Current
- Responsible for building customer and community relationships
- Support and implement tenant consultation for property redevelopments, improvement programmes, divestment refurbishment, remediation, Home Lease Expires and any other Asset based programme that impacts on a tenant
- Support customers through the relocations process into their new home through relocations that are planned and implemented well, with minimal disruption for the customer
AUCKLAND DISTRICT HEALTH BOARD (ADHB)
Community Social Worker
Greenlane
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Worked alongside clients, and whanau to identify their needs and goals.
- Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and coordinate the healthcare needs of individuals and whanau.
- Provided culturally safe practice that encompasses a diverse range of beliefs, and values.
ODYSSEY TRUST
Advanced Practitioner Adult Services
05/2018 - 10/2019
03.2008 - 10.2019
- Oversaw the day-to-day running of Odyssey Adult Services
- Managed high risk clients and events
- Supported a team of practitioners and support workers
- Facilitated daily curriculum groups
- Managed a case load
Practitioner Adult Services
Auckland
Mt Albert
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Supported and advocated for clients within the the Therapeutic Community framework
- Incorporated a biopsychosocial assessment with clients, using a collaborative strengths based approach
- Facilitated daily groups
Liaison Practitioner
Auckland
New Lynn
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Solely managed all referrals and enquiries
- Facilitated pre-treatment groups
- Managed a caseload
Housing Co-ordinator
Auckland
New Lynn
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Worked alongside AODT Court participants to find and maintain suitable housing
- Retention - Built relationships with housing providers
- Set up and managed New Zealands first Alcohol and Drug Treatment Court Recovery House - Te Whare Purea
Support Worker
Auckland
Royal Oak/Manukau
08.2008 - 08.2014
- Facilitated weekly health groups
- Individual client assessment and intervention planning
- Supported clients while residing at Odyssey's Therapeutic Community (TC) residential services
Education
Postgraduate Certificate In Health Science - Mental Health And Addictions
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
North ShoreBachelor of Social Practice -
Unitec Institute of Technology
WaitakereSkills
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills
- Solution focused
- Intervention skills
- Risk assessment
- Flexible and adaptable
- Appreciation for diversity
References
References Available upon request
Timeline
Advisor Customer Liaison
Kainga Ora
01.2022 - Current
AUCKLAND DISTRICT HEALTH BOARD (ADHB)
Community Social Worker
10.2019 - 11.2021
Practitioner Adult Services
Auckland
01.2017 - 03.2018
Liaison Practitioner
Auckland
08.2015 - 10.2016
Housing Co-ordinator
Auckland
09.2014 - 09.2015
Support Worker
Auckland
08.2008 - 08.2014
ODYSSEY TRUST
Advanced Practitioner Adult Services
03.2008 - 10.2019
Postgraduate Certificate In Health Science - Mental Health And Addictions
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Bachelor of Social Practice -
Unitec Institute of Technology
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