Michael James

Secondary Teacher

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About me
Community Services Professional: NDIS, Mental Health, Quality Standards, Risk, Safety and Rostering
Education
- Spectrum Training
  -
  Advanced Diploma Community Sector Management
- QFES
  2017 -
  Fire Safety Advisor
- Site Skills Training
  2014 - 2014
  Cert IV Work Health and Safety
- Bridgeworks
  2011 - 2011
  Cert IV Frontline Management
- Catholic Theological College, Melbourne
  1996 - 1998
  Studies toward Bachelor of Theology
- TAFE Queensland Brisbane
  2009 - 2009
  Cert IV Disability
- Australian Catholic University
  1992 - 1994
  Bachelor’s Degree Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  In his initial undergraduate degree, Michael majored in Literature, History and Theology.
- Australian Catholic University
  1995 - 1995
  Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
  Developing a high degree of knowledge and understanding in key content undergraduate areas, Michael completed a Postgraduate course in Secondary Education
Experience
- Ryan Catholic College
  Jan 1999 - Dec 2000
  Secondary Teacher
- Southern Cross Catholic College
  Jan 2001 - Dec 2006
  Campus Minister
- Iona College Brisbane
  Jan 2007 - Oct 2007
  Secondary Teacher
- Brisbane City Council
  Nov 2007 - Dec 2009
  Bus Driver
- Centacare Brisbane
  Apr 2008 - Dec 2023
  In this role, Michael coordinated and resourced the delivery of daily services provided to persons with a disability within the framework of Centacare's Mission, Vision and Values and applicable funding criteria.During this timeframe, Michael had a temporary secondment to a Coordinator role on the Southside. Michael also held a short term role for several weeks as an Acting Manager for a Northside Disability Service in Supported Living Accommodation and In-Home Client Support. This experience provided an understanding in managing the daily operations and programs. Show less
  - Rostering Officer
    Mar 2023 - Dec 2023
  - Service Delivery Manager
    Nov 2021 - Feb 2023
  - Support Worker
    Jan 2020 - Nov 2021
  - WHS Advisor
    Feb 2014 - Jan 2020
  - Service Manager
    Nov 2010 - Jan 2014
  - Support Coordinator
    Apr 2009 - Nov 2010
  - Support Worker
    Apr 2008 - Apr 2009
- Archdiocese of Brisbane
  Dec 2018 - Jan 2020
  WHS Advisor - Systems
  In this role, Michael completed detailed analysis and reporting of significant safety trends at an Archdiocesan level. Drawing from previous demonstrated experience in WHS, Michael conducted risk assessments, identified hazards and provided essential safety solutions for Archdiocesan sites. He demonstrated and applied a very high level of knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation by providing technical supportive advice.
- Fina Australia
  Dec 2023 - Nov 2024
  Quality and Safeguarding, Practice Standards and Risk Officer
- Endeavour Foundation
  Jan 2025 - now
  Positive Behaviour Support Advisor
Licenses & Certifications
- Five Hard Conversations You’ll Have in Your Career
  LinkedIn
  Oct 2024
  View certificate
- Using Microsoft Teams and Outlook Together: Maximizing Productivity
  LinkedIn
  Oct 2025
  View certificate
- Invest in You: Personal and Professional Development Tips
  LinkedIn
  Mar 2025
  View certificate
- Boosting Your Time Management with AI Tools
  LinkedIn
  Sept 2025
  View certificate
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by Rosies Oblate Youth Mission on Jan 1992
  Associated with Michael James