- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Chisom Ilechukwu
Mitchell Park
Summary
Master of Social Work graduate (Dec 2025) with over two years’ experience supporting individuals with autism and OCD, including modelling and reinforcing positive behaviours. Driven by a genuine passion for making a real difference, I am committed to continuous learning, personal growth, and delivering person-centred, trauma-informed support aligned with NDIS values.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Lifestyle Solutions
01.2024 - Current
- Provided trauma-informed support to children and young people in out-of-home care and community settings
- Modelled and reinforced positive behaviours through daily interactions, routines, and goal-focused activities
- Assisted with emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and the development of life and social skills
- Built trusting relationships to promote stability, safety, and wellbeing
- Supported clients during school engagement, therapy sessions, and recreational outings
- Responded to challenging behaviours using de-escalation and strengths-based strategies
Residential Support Worker
MyAbility Australia
01.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), focusing on daily routines, emotional regulation, and social skill development
- Implemented behaviour management strategies aligned with client-specific Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs)
- Supported clients in community integration, including recreational activities, appointments, and life skills development
- Applied trauma-informed and person-centred approaches to build trust and promote independence
- Documented client progress and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to adjust support plans
- Maintained detailed incident reports and contributed to ongoing risk assessment and behavioural reviews
Pastoral Counsellor & Community Support Leader
Catholic Diocese of Nnewi
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided emotional and psychosocial support to individuals and families during times of crisis, grief, and trauma.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and behavioural guidance in community and family settings.
- Delivered counselling services, spiritual care, and life coaching across a diverse population.
- Promoted inclusion, resilience, and wellbeing through culturally sensitive and ethical practice.
- Collaborated with community leaders and support services to address social issues and mental health concerns.
- Mentored youth and guided individuals navigating identity, life transitions, and behavioural challenges.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2025
Diploma -
Supreme Education And Training PTY LTD
Australia 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Bigard Memorial Seminary
Enugu, Nigeria 07-2016
Bachelor of Science - Theology
Bigard Memorial Seminary
Enugu, Nigeria 07-2021
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Person-Centred Planning
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (basic knowledge)
- Case Note Writing & Documentation
- Risk Assessment & Behavioural Monitoring
- Building Rapport with Clients and Families
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Empathy & Active Listening
- Culturally Safe and Inclusive Practice
- Reflective Practice and Supervision Readiness
- Emotional support
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skill development
- Behavior modeling
Interests
Timeline
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Lifestyle Solutions
01.2024 - Current
Residential Support Worker
MyAbility Australia
01.2023 - Current
Pastoral Counsellor & Community Support Leader
Catholic Diocese of Nnewi
07.2019 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Social Work
Flinders University
Diploma -
Supreme Education And Training PTY LTD
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Bigard Memorial Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Theology
Bigard Memorial Seminary
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