Mark Hurley

Experience

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  Gay and Lesbian Welfare Association

  Jun 2010 - Jul 2011

  Member Volunteer

  This role involved suicide intervention and peer-based telephone counselling, providing referrals and up-to-date information to people dealing with sexuality and/or gender issues.

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  Griffith University Industry Mentoring Program

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

  Mentee

  I gained significant knowledge and skills around written and verbal communication, under the mentorship of the State Manager for Communications and Fundraising at Lifeline Community Care Queensland.

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  Anglicare Southern Queensland

  Jul 2011 - now

  I provide brief intervention, information, education and referrals at the Brisbane Domestic and Family Violence Court in Brisbane. I facilitate an education and information session for clients who have come into contact with the criminal justice system for minor drug related offences. I also conduct detailed health and social assessments, in order to best identify client needs and provide appropriate referrals. My role as client liaison officer was to support clients develop their life skills through providing emotional and social support, advocacy and education. In addition, my extensive networking formed a broad range of referral pathways for clients. I also facilitated community development programs promoting clients' better health through self-management.

  • Court Support Worker

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Counsellor - Queensland Illicit Drug Diversion Program

    Jul 2014 - Jun 2023

  • Client Liaison Officer - Positive Directions

    Jul 2011 - Jun 2014