Yatong Wen

Allied Health Professional | Social Worker | Mental Health Specialist
Adelaide, AU.

About

Highly empathetic and results-driven Allied Health Professional with over 4 years of experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions to diverse client populations within multidisciplinary teams. Specializing in effective communication and building strong rapport, I excel in engaging neurodivergent young people and applying a holistic, person-centered approach to comprehensive client care. Proven ability to conduct in-depth assessments, develop tailored intervention plans, and enhance client outcomes through advanced research and information synthesis.

Work

SPRING | Centacare
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Practitioner

Summary

Led psychosocial assessments and delivered tailored evidence-based interventions for youth with acute mental illness, significantly reducing rehospitalization rates and improving emotional regulation.

Highlights

Conducted in-depth psychosocial assessments and risk evaluations for youth (11-18) with acute mental illness, developing tailored intervention plans that reduced rehospitalization rates by 90%.

Delivered evidence-based therapies, including DBT and ACT, achieving a 70% improvement in clients' emotional regulation skills within 6 weeks.

Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., CAMHS, WCH) to integrate comprehensive care plans, enhancing client engagement and treatment adherence.

Facilitated psychoeducation sessions utilizing Motivational Interviewing techniques, improving family and client understanding of recovery-oriented practices.

Eating Disorder Support Service | Centacare
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Mental Health Worker

Summary

Provided specialized trauma-informed interventions and comprehensive support plans for individuals with eating disorders, enhancing service access and recovery outcomes.

Highlights

Provided specialized interventions (CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness) incorporating trauma-informed care for individuals with eating disorders.

Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed person-centered support plans in collaboration with clients and key stakeholders.

Facilitated impactful group interventions and psychoeducation sessions focused on recovery and relapse prevention strategies.

Advocated for clients in multidisciplinary care coordination meetings, significantly enhancing service access (e.g., NDIS).

Commonwealth Psychosocial Support Program | Life Without Barriers
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Community Rehabilitation Support Worker

Summary

Designed and delivered recovery-focused support plans and therapeutic interventions for adults (18-65) with complex mental health needs, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration.

Highlights

Designed recovery-focused support plans using evidence-based approaches (ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy) for adults (18-65) with complex mental health needs.

Delivered one-on-one and group therapeutic interventions, including weekly Flourish groups, applying trauma-informed and mindfulness principles.

Contributed to service evaluation through systematic data collection and reflective practice, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Coordinated AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) service integration within recovery plans, fostering robust multidisciplinary collaboration.

Life Without Barriers
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YOUTH MENTOR & YOUTH RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER

Summary

Implemented trauma-informed interventions and utilized Motivational Interviewing to support at-risk youth in emotional regulation and positive behavior change within a residential setting.

Highlights

Implemented trauma-informed interventions, focusing on emotional regulation and distress tolerance for at-risk youth.

Utilized Motivational Interviewing techniques to promote positive behavior change and enhance engagement among young people.

Provided direct support in a residential setting, contributing to a safe and therapeutic environment for youth.

Flinders Medical Centre
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Social Work Student

Summary

Conducted clinical psychosocial assessments and developed discharge plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient outcomes.

Highlights

Conducted clinical psychosocial assessments and developed comprehensive discharge plans, emphasizing continuity of care.

Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient outcomes and coordinated care.

Applied theoretical knowledge to real-world patient scenarios, gaining practical experience in a clinical setting.

Southern Crosscare
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Social Work Student

Summary

Delivered evidence-based Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and psychosocial support for elderly residents, conducting needs assessments to develop person-centered care plans.

Highlights

Delivered evidence-based Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and psychosocial support to elderly residents, enhancing their well-being.

Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to develop tailored person-centered care plans for individuals.

Gained practical experience in applying social work principles within an aged care environment.

Education

Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors

Diploma

Counselling

Flinders University

Master

Social Work

Tianjin University of Commerce

Bachelor

Engineering (E-Commerce)

Certificates

Registered Social Worker (488174)

Issued By

Australian Association of Social Workers

Safety Intervention Working with Children and Young people Initial - Blended Learning (Online & in person)

Issued By

Crisis Prevention Institute

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Issued By

National Eating Disorders Collaboration

Standard Mental Health First Aider

Issued By

Safe Place Training

Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care Training

Issued By

Department for Education

Certified Psychedelic-assisted Therapist

Issued By

Mind Medicine Australia

Tibetan Singing Bowl Therapy & Sound Healing Level 1 & 2

Issued By

Kindred Souls Co.

Vicarious Trauma Training

Issued By

Ourcuriousminds

Foundation skills for working with people with BPD

Issued By

BPD Co

Applying ACT for Anxiety & Depression/ Solution Focused Therapy/Creating a Therapeutic Alliance/Motivational Interviewing/ Trauma Informed Care

Issued By

SA Health Training Centre

Suicide Awareness for Professionals/Suicide Response

Issued By

4 Mental Health

Skills

Software Proficiency

Advanced IT Skills, AI Technologies, Administrative Software, Technical Requirements.

Psychosocial Assessment

Intake and Assessment, Comprehensive Psychosocial Assessments, Eligibility Determination, Risk Factor Screening.

Evidence-Based Therapies

DBT, ACT, CBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy.

Client Relationship Management

Client Engagement, Rapport Building, Trust Building, Sensitive Mental Health Treatments.

Case Management

Complex Client Care Plans, Provider Coordination, Continuity of Care, Service Integration.

Clinical Documentation & Reporting

Detailed Client Records, Progress Notes, Treatment Plans, Documentation Standards Compliance, Annual Reports, Audit Files, Journal Writing.

Conflict Resolution

Mediation, Disagreement Resolution, Concern Addressing, Solution Finding.

Program Development & Evaluation

Data Collection, Service Evaluation, Continuous Improvement.

Content Creation

Social Media Posting, Journal Writing, Blog Posting.