Debbie Hewson Email & Phone Number

Saint Helens, Tas, Au

Tasmania, Australia

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Hobart, Tasmania

Project Manager Implement an evidence-based, consumer developed, peer-supported exercise physiology program connecting mental health consumers, mental health services & community gyms across Tasmania. I presented in collaboration with consumer consultants and Peer support workers at the "Redesigning health Symposium" entitled Peers empowering Peers to get up and about: exercise and mental health•Participation in state and national policy development including contributions to the national obesity strategy, and Nationally at the Equally well symposium in Canberra on the physical health of people living with mental health issues. I also maintained a strong presence locally on the Community of Practice for the physical health needs of mental health consumers.• Article accepted to Connect OT for the Winter OT Journal 2020• Development of virtual health hub and online groups, virtual fun runs and community newsletters to connect and engage consumers during Covid-19 restrictions.

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Working across Inpatient and extended treatment service of Mistral Place and Millbrook Rise. Heavily involved in;*NDIS access requests, and reviews *Specialised Occupational therapy Assessment and Intervention for a range of people experiencing serious mental health concerns *Consultation for community services*Development and evaluation of group programs and funding requests*Development of research and best practice initiative for trauma-informed care. *Safewards co-ordinator*Supervision of staff

Broome

Working on a mental health inpatient unit servicing the Kimberly and the Pilbara region. Close integration with aboriginal liaison team working in indigenous health and servicing diverse cultural needs.

Parkville, Victoria

Developing and facilitating early psychosis training and educational resources for youth mental health teams around Australia including;*Face-to-face training, *Online learning modules, *Coordinating webinars*Facilitating focus groups *Assisting with the development of best practice guidelines for early psychosis and *Researching and writing clinical practice research points.

Hobart

Senior OT for inpatient mental health and community care facilities.

Alaska To Patagonia

Completed a solo motorcycle journey covering over 60,000 kilometres, spanning North, Central and South America, with the objective of setting and attaining challenging personal goals, and enriching my life experiences beyond the scope of the traditional working model. Documented my journey at http://letterstocurlyflat.blogspot.com.au/

Canada

Assisting facilitating two, five-day face to face AMPS training courses with Occupational therapists across Canada.

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Individual and group work in a community and hospital setting. Lead OT for return to education program in collaboration with local College. Supervision of junior staff and peer supervision coordinator. Implemented Assessment of motor and process skills (AMPS) training throughout the lower mainland region, coordinating funding, course set up and teaching and supporting the ongoing solidification of the assessment into practice.

Hobart , Tasmania, Australia

Heavily involved in recruitment, managing staff dynamics, development of policies and procedures, educational resources, and working towards sustainable implementation of innovative practice.

Health Services Across The United Kingdom

Greenwich Community Occupational Therapy Department, Oxleas NHS Trust, EnglandCommunity and inpatient rehabilitation for people experiencing mental health issues. In-depth functional assessment reports for complex clients and funding applications for community care. Community Occupational therapist, Peterhead and Frazerbrough, Aberdeenshire health and social care, Scotland.Occupational therapy department, NHS Fife- mental health service, ScotlandCommunity Occupational therapist and Focus Education coordinator Redevelopment of innovate service working with people experiencing mental health issues access and sustain education. Development of policies, procedures, risk assessments and pathways of service. Close liaison with local college student development unit and social inclusion team, completing early intervention screening and crisis counselling for students and staff. Development of mental health awareness education for college tutors. Supervision of junior staff and therapy aids. Occupational therapist, Orthopedic unit, Douglas Hospital, Isle of ManBlackpool North Community Mental health team, EnglandCommunity case manager and specific OT rehabilitation.

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Community rehabilitation service providing short-term goal focused interventions for people with a mental health illness through both individual and group work. Supervision of students, OT aides, and level 1 and 2 OT’s. Development of early intervention for psychosis focus to service- including group work, individual and family work. Key player in working with consumer consultants and developing consumer-orientated service delivery systems.Founding member and Chair of the Youth mental health network, Hobart. Facilitated statewide clinical forums, and day workshops across the state on – early psychosis/ Recovery. Implemented education for youth service providers on self-harm and mental state risk assessment. Major and secondary Prize Winner respectively of Lily partnerships in health awards- 2004/2005. Recognized innovate practice at a national level through Ausinet for early psychosis programs in Tasmania.

Master Of Youth Mental Heath

Master Of Occupational Therapy, Thesis: Integrating The Assessment Of Motor And Process Skills (Amps) In Mental Health Practice., A

Bachelor Of Occupational Therapy