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Valarie Derwent

Student Intern- ED and Palliaitive Care at Queensland Health
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Valarie Derwent, a seasoned expert in coaching, training, and personal development, with 16+ years of experience in Australia, holding academic and professional roles in various sectors.
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Townsville, Queensland, Australia, AU
Skills
  • Coaching
  • Training
  • Personal Development
  • Training Delivery
  • Workshop Facilitation
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Valarie Derwent, a seasoned expert in coaching, training, and personal development, has spent over a decade honing her skills in Townsville, Queensland, Australia. As a Director at Innovative Training & Development, she specializes in Suicide Prevention and Intervention, training communities and businesses to foster a proactive approach to mental health. With a strong background in academic tutoring and student advocacy, Valarie has guided students at James Cook University and Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, providing valuable support and guidance. Her expertise extends to leadership development, organizational development, and staff development, making her a versatile and respected professional in her field.

Credentials

  • AASW Student membership
    Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
    Feb, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Trainer & Assessor
    North Queensland Executive Training Pty Ltd

Experience

  • Queensland Health
    • Townsville, Australia
    • Student Intern- ED and Palliaitive Care
      • Jul 2019 - Present
      • Townsville, Australia

  • James Cook University
    • Australia
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Academic Tutor
      • Jun 2019 - Present

    • Casual Academic marker
      • Dec 2018 - Present

      Grade and provide meaningful, constructive feedback to enhance student learning and academic outcomes.

  • Innovative Training & Development
    • Townsville, Queensland, Australia
    • Director
      • Jan 2014 - Present
      • Townsville, Queensland, Australia

      Specialising in Suicide Prevention and Intervention

  • Smart City Vocational College
    • Townsville, Queensland, Australia
    • Counselling Trainer
      • Nov 2015 - Present
      • Townsville, Queensland, Australia

  • Lifeline Australia
    • Corporate Trainer

  • LivingWorks Australia
    • ASIST/SafeTALK master trainer
      • 2014 - Present

      I train suicide intervention and awareness to communities and businesses to encourage a community response to suicide prevention and intervention.

  • Lifeline Australia
    • Crisis Support Trainer
      • 2008 - Present

      I trained an array of courses, outlining community issues, to the student volunteers of Lifeline (13 11 14) crisis support/suicide prevention number.

  • James Cook University
    • Townsville, Queensland, Australia
    • Student Advocate
      • Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
      • Townsville, Queensland, Australia

      Strong advocacy support, referral pathways, academic advice and guidance regarding policies, procedures and student rights’.

  • Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
    • Assistant Director
      • Sep 1993 - Sep 1997

Education

  • 2018 - 2019
    James Cook University
    Master of Social Work - MSW, Clinical/Medical Social Work
  • 2003 - 2004
    MacEwan University
    Dip SW, Child Protection training
  • 1998 - 2000
    MacEwan University
    Dipl of Social Work, Social Work
  • 1993 - 1993
    Fort Saskatchewan High School
    Year 12, Year 12

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