Rochelle McShane
Omokoroa Beach,BOP
Summary
Accomplished Executive Manager with a proven track record at Oranga Tamariki, adept in strategic risk management and enhancing service provision. Expert in care protection, demonstrating a calm, well thought out and supportive leadership and excellent communication skills. Spearheaded initiatives, improving operational alignment, demonstrating significant achievements in complex issue resolution and stakeholder engagement. I pride myself on my integrity, diligence and efficiency to meet organisational and individual needs and timeframes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Manager
Oranga Tamariki
Tauranga, BOP
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided strategic and risk management and support acting as the key contact for regional emergency management and business continuity.
- Oversee serious events and assist with the resolution of concerns and potential risks.
- Provide written and verbal information to respond to the Minister, Oranga Tamariki leadership, complainants, the coroner, the Ombudsman and other relevant parties.
- Provide advice, support and analysis to the leadership team to strengthen capability, manage high priority and complex issues and ensure consistency of service provision.
Senior Practitioner, Care and Protection- Current
Oranga Tamariki
Tauranga And Auckland
03.2003 - 11.2021
- Management of child protection high and complex needs casework and mass allegation investigations, mentoring and coaching of more junior Social Workers.
- Providing written and verbal evidence in the Family Court writing affidavits and court requested reports.
- Facilitation of hui-a whanau, professionals meetings and case consults.
- Experience acting in supervisory positions leading teams for up to a year at a time.
Senior Advisor
Oranga Tamariki
Tauranga, BOP
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Provide strategic and operational support to ensure locally led initiatives are aligned to the strategic direction and operating model
- Analyse practice themes and trends to assist with regional business planning
- Lead, initiate and coordinate regional projects
Regional Placement and Resources Co-ordinator
Oranga Tamariki
Tauranga, BOP
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Co-ordinate regional resources and referrals to National Office resources for high need care options
- Manage regional relationships with key partners through holding regular hui to problem solve and enhance working together to meet the needs of the tamariki, rangatahi and organisation.
- Provide strategic advice about resource needs and management
Education
Masters in Social Work (applied) -
Massey University
Auckland, NZ03.1998
Skills
- Extensive experience in care and protection social work
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Facilitation skills
- Leadership experience
- Research and analysis experience
Timeline
Executive Manager
Oranga Tamariki
08.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Advisor
Oranga Tamariki
02.2021 - 08.2021
Regional Placement and Resources Co-ordinator
Oranga Tamariki
11.2018 - 02.2021
Senior Practitioner, Care and Protection- Current
Oranga Tamariki
03.2003 - 11.2021
Masters in Social Work (applied) -
Massey University