Matthew Elder Email & Phone Number

Sydney, Nsw, Au

Australia

Contracted Workplace and Community Training Officer in the community and not-for-profit environment.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Founder of Carer Wellbeing Academy. A dedicated online community designed to promote the wellbeing of family carers and caregivers, supported by robust research. Whether caring for a family member, friend, our platform offers a wealth of resources to enhance your personal wellbeing. Carers and organisations alike can benefit from our evidence-based programs, ensuring a supportive environment for social connection and shared experiences. Join us to connect with others facing similar challenges and access valuable tools for your carer journey.

North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Designed, promoted, and delivered online wellbeing and social connection sessions specifically for carers. These sessions were tailored to meet the needs of socially isolated individuals, providing a supportive environment through a series of general interest and art-based activities. The initiative successfully fostered community and engagement among participants, addressing both emotional and social wellbeing.

Sydney

As the LMS Coordinator, I was responsible for a diverse range of functions that supported the administration, management, and governance of our Moodle LMS. I played a crucial role in facilitating strategic planning and ensuring the innovative development of the LMS and other learning tools.Key responsibilities included:LMS Administration: Maintained Super Tech Admin access to manage and maintain the LMS efficiently.Helpdesk Support: Coordinated a team of staff to manage helpdesk operations, providing timely and effective support.Vendor Management: Acted as the primary liaison for vendors, ensuring seamless communication and management.Documentation: Created and maintained comprehensive technical documents and business rules.Staff Training: Conducted training sessions and inducted new staff, ensuring they were well-versed in using the LMS.Strategy and Governance: Managed internal working groups responsible for the strategic planning and governance of the LMS.Through these efforts, I ensured the effective and innovative use of the Moodle LMS, contributing to the organization's overall learning and development strategy.

North Sydney

Conducted training workshops and developed comprehensive materials to support carers and service providers. As part of the Education and Training Unit at Carers NSW, I facilitated education sessions and workshops designed to build participant knowledge and skills. These sessions effectively raised awareness, enhanced capacity, and strengthened resilience among carers, ultimately improving their health and wellbeing.Duties involve:· Organise and conduct training workshops for carer support group facilitators and organisations supporting support groups for carers· Develop, review and update Carers NSW training materials· Identify gaps and develop the necessary training materials· Participate in committees and working groups associated with education and training when required· Liaise with various service providers, carers and consumer groups· Promote programs providing information to potential support group facilitators and organisations

North Sydney

As part of the Carer Peer Connect program at Carers NSW, I facilitated opportunities for carers in New South Wales to connect and provide peer support. Managed centrally by Carers NSW and funded by the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), the program enabled carers to share information and develop lasting social connections, regardless of geographical location.Key contributions included:Online Support: Provided carers with access to chat forums addressing both disability and illness-specific issues as well as general topics like health and wellbeing.Educational Resources: Developed and delivered online learning modules on various health and wellbeing topics, offering relevant and current information to carers.Community Building: Supported face-to-face carer support groups and group facilitators, and organised open forums across NSW, allowing carers to meet and connect with others in their region.Through these efforts, the program created opportunities for new, in-person groups to form and provided a platform for existing groups to continue their conversations online, thereby enhancing the support network for carers across the state.Carers were able to share information and develop social connections that could be maintained regardless of geographical location. It created opportunities for new, face-to-face groups to be created and gave existing groups a platform to continue conversations online.

Sydney

The together program provided opportunities for existing and new support groups (for carers of people with disability in New South Wales) to be linked in with each other and an organisation to receive some assistance. The together program was centrally managed by Carers NSW and funded by the NSW Department of Family and Community Services, Ageing, Disability and Home Care.The together program provided:* Structured support to support groups for carers of people with disability, including training, education and support for the facilitator.* Funding to assist with some group costs that can include venue hire, administration, resources and guest speakers.* Central coordination of support groups for carers of people with disability.* Capacity building for organisations working with support groups for carers of people with disability.

Sydney, Australia

AWARD WINNING IMAGERYSILVER AWARD - WEDDING CATEGORY 2014, AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS (NEW SOUTH WALES)At Elder Photography, I played a pivotal role in distinguishing our studio from the average Sydney wedding photographer by honoring the individuality of each wedding day and providing unparalleled care. Based in Inner West Sydney, I contributed to offering clients the type of wedding imagery that resonates deeply and stands the test of time.Key contributions included:Client Engagement: Delivered a personalized and attentive experience to each client, ensuring their unique wedding day was beautifully captured.Artistic Photography: Created wedding imagery that transcended snapshots, producing artwork that clients cherish and proudly display in their homes.Emotional Storytelling: Captured the emotional essence of weddings, delivering photographs that clients connect with deeply, even years later.Brand Differentiation: Helped establish Elder Photography's reputation as a sought-after wedding photography studio in Sydney, known for high-quality and meaningful wedding artwork.Through my efforts, I contributed to creating a distinctive and memorable experience for our clients, reinforcing Elder Photography's commitment to exceptional wedding imagery.

Dubbo, Nsw

The Older Parent Carer Program delivered a flexible, family-centred case management service which aimed to prevent or alleviate the stress that can build up in families because of caring responsibilities. The program targeted Older parent carers, aged 60 or over (or 45 or over if an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander) who were caring for their son or daughter with a disability or long-term illness.

Bronte

· Maintained provision of administration and support services for a variety of business functions within the nursing home facility· Demonstrated strong time management and organizational abilities in up keeping front-office operations· Ensured all aspects of communication were managed efficiently and effectively

Cert Iv Training And Assessment

Gradutate Diploma, Counselling And Psychotherapy

Bachelor, Business (Honours)