Samantha T.

Samantha T.

Youth Theatre Leader

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  • About me

    Singing, Saxophone, Elocution tuition, learn to play music by ear. Individual Empowerment Coach. Relaxation Therapist (Holistic). Community Advocate. #socialprescribing #Intergenerationallearning #communitymusic #music

  • Education

    • Boston College

      2011 - 2012
      Certificate III/ IV =NVQ2 Health and Social Care, UK Health Care, City & Guilds

      Activities and Societies: Yoga

    • LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art)

      1990 - 1997
      Silver Medal with Honours Acting, Speech and Drama

      Speech and phonetics included.Grades 1-8 completedSilver Medal exam achieved with HonoursBronze medal exam achieved with Honours

    • UK Holistics

      2003 - 2004
      Diploma of Indian Head Massage Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems Diploma

      Activities and Societies: British Complimentary Medicine Association affiliation

    • The University of Queensland

      2018 - 2019
      Psychology (Minds, Brains, Behaviour) Biology (Cells, Genes, Evolution)

      Activities and Societies: Yoga. Part-time RESEARCH (3D Spine Clinic & Arts in Health Group Singing) and Support work during Psychology & Biology studies. Pre-requisite studies completed for Occupational Therapy Degree entry. Interested in Arts Health/ Occupational Therapy, Music Psychology and Neuroscience research, therapeutic activities for individuals and lifestyle community groups eg. Social Prescribing & music education.Clinical research for rehabilition and wellness.

    • Bishop Grosseteste University

      1997 - 2000
      Bachelor of Arts BA (Hons) Community Drama, Dance and Music

      Activities and Societies: College Choir. Yoga classes. Played drums and tenor sax in local pubs with a covers pianist. Confucianism evening classes Designing and team-leading Community activities for all ages and abilities, using Drama, Dance movement and Music conventions to make interaction accessible and engaging.Taking feedback, evaluating practices to suit participants.

    • TAFE Queensland

      2024 - 2024
      Diploma of Business, Leadership & Management Organizational Leadership

      Lead Sustainability CommunicationsCritical and Creative ThinkingEmotional IntelligenceValue of employees, building trust & company credibility, assessing risk, gaps in competency & training, leading meetings, obtaining feedback.

    • Guildhall School of Music & Drama

      -
      Grade 6 Jazz Tenor Sax Music Performance, General Achieved with Merit
  • Experience

    • The Broadbent Theatre

      Oct 2000 - Apr 2003
      Youth Theatre Leader

      Training members of the Youth Theatre skills for stage and performance.

    • QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

      Jan 2005 - Jan 2009
      Administrative Assistant/ Research Services

      Research Services administration, Events Management, Building Induction trainer and Facilities Tourguide, Reception cover, Fire Warden and Wellness Ambassador.

    • Clarriots Care

      Jun 2010 - May 2014
      Home Carer (Community)

      Delivering thorough, high quality empathetic and patient centred care according to individual care plans.Experience with all-age adult clients suffering with Dementia, post-Stroke, Aged care, palliative, many other conditions.

    • QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

      Jun 2014 - Jun 2018

      Established 3D surface imaging for AIS patient participants within the Spine Research Clinic, then part-processing post-scan at CCHR/ Qld Children’s Hospital. Developed positive working relationships within busy hospital clinic and integrated team, helping to bridge patient treatment and research outcomes.Generated and maintained data for the duration of imaging capture to assist a research project. Fabricated a specially designed footplate using laser cutting technology. Assisted and maintained 3D printer for biomechanics Medical Engineers’ printing. Show less

      • Research Assistant

        Sept 2017 - Jun 2018
      • Administration, Reception, Activities and Project work, Science and Engineering Faculty

        Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
      • School Administrative Officer/ Reception

        Jun 2014 - May 2017
    • University of Queensland/ Mater Health

      Sept 2018 - Apr 2019
      Group Singing (Research) Facilitator (Allied Health/ Arts in Health)

      Designing and running group singing sessions for participant patients with Chronic Health conditions, attending Hospital. In liaison with Support Worker and Clinical Psychologist for a research project set to continue until September. The project could not continue past beginning of January due to staff leave, however I audited a Music Psychology course and took further training until April.

    • Self Employed

      Jan 2019 - Feb 2019
      Community Allied Health Support Worker (temporary)

      Allied Health Support worker, assisting with programmes as designed by the Speech Therapist, Physiotherapist, Music Therapist, Occupational Therapist. NDIS.

    • Ipswich Girls'​ and Junior Grammar School

      Apr 2019 - Jul 2019
      Student and Activities Supervisor (Boarding)

      Mentoring Students whilst driving mini-bus and 7-seater car to activities or medical appointments.Supervising activities, swimming, performing arts, homework prep., mealtimes, boarding house activities and duties.Passionate about enriching Boarding Students' lives whilst working for a term during pregnancy.

    • Mercy Community Services

      Sept 2020 - Feb 2024
      Lifestyle Co-ordinator (Music, Intergenerational Learning, Community Liaison)

      Planning and Facilitating various quality lifestyle and Leisure activities for older adults. Temporarily covered Lifestyle Lead role duties, eg. attendance & communication at HOD meetings, during their long-term sickness absence.Eg. Themed events & morning teas, Integrated & Lead the Intergenerational Learning Programme across site, Lead Poetry and group reading aloud Dementia friendly craft and cookingLibrary home delivery co-ordinationBus outings (driving and manual handling) and scenic drives, Facilitate Interactive Music Groups, 1:1 Lifestyle consultations and Case ConferencesGroup Singing, Singalong.Liaison with internal, family and community stakeholders. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Manual Handling (Care)

      Social Care TV
    • Permaculture Design Certificate

      Northey Street City Farm
      Nov 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Humor in the Workplace

      Lynda.com
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • Excel: Analyzing and Visualizing Cash Flows

      Lynda.com
      Oct 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • CorelDRAW X8 Essential Training

      Lynda.com
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • Cultural Competence

      QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
      Jan 2015
    • Music Studio Setup and Acoustics

      Lynda.com
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • Office 365: Outlook Essential Training

      Lynda.com
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Support Counsellor/ therapist - supporting Indigenous stolen generation

      Issued by Australian Federal Government on Jan 2008
      Australian Federal GovernmentAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Saxophone Instrumentalist

      Issued by BrizWest Community Music Ensembles Inc. on Feb 2017
      BrizWest Community Music Ensembles Inc.Associated with Samantha T.
    • Saxophone Instrumentalist

      Issued by Brisbane Symphonic Band on Jan 2016
      Brisbane Symphonic BandAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Instrumentalist and Singer

      Issued by What Ruth Said on Jan 2010
      What Ruth SaidAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Stroke Club Helper - enouraging participation in activities, social, mobility, room set-up,transfers

      Issued by Stroke Club on Jan 2009
      Stroke ClubAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Volunteer Complimentary Therapy Staff

      Issued by Lincoln Drop-in Centre on Jan 2009
      Lincoln Drop-in CentreAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Sax/ percussion/ backing vocals

      Issued by Midnight at JJs on Oct 2001
      Midnight at JJsAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Soprano singer

      Issued by Viva la Musica on Jan 2005
      Viva la MusicaAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Musician

      Issued by GLASTONBURY FESTIVALS LIMITED on Jun 2013
      GLASTONBURY FESTIVALS LIMITEDAssociated with Samantha T.
    • Roving Massage Therapist at Woodford Festival

      Issued by Woodford Folk Federation on Dec 2007
      Woodford Folk FederationAssociated with Samantha T.