Dee Mc Kinnon
About Dee Mc Kinnon
Dee Mc Kinnon is a Social Work Support Manager at the Australian Government Department of Human Services, with a background in social work, health administration, and leadership.
Current Role at Australian Government Department of Human Services
Dee Mc Kinnon serves as the Social Work Support Manager at the Australian Government Department of Human Services. She has held this position since 2020. In this role, she oversees social work support services, ensuring effective delivery and management of programs that assist individuals and families in need.
Education and Expertise
Dee Mc Kinnon has a strong educational background in social work and leadership. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from RMIT University, completing her studies from 1992 to 1996. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Leadership from the University of Tasmania in 2021. She also holds a Bachelor of Health and Human Services - Professional Honours and a Graduate Diploma in Leadership (Health and Human Services) from the University of Tasmania, both achieved between 2018 and 2020. Furthermore, she completed a LEAN Six Sigma Certification at UNSW Business School.
Previous Experience at Australian Government Department of Human Services
Prior to her current role, Dee Mc Kinnon held multiple positions at the Australian Government Department of Human Services. She worked as a Social Worker from 1996 to 2008, providing direct support to clients. She later served as Assistant Director - Social Work Support Manager from 2010 to 2012, and as Programme Support Manager from 2012 to 2014, contributing to the development and management of social work programs.
Experience at Victorian Department of Health and Human Services
Dee Mc Kinnon worked as a Program and Service Adviser at the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services from 2006 to 2007. In this role, she provided guidance on program development and service delivery, focusing on improving health and human services in the Geelong area.
Professional Background in Policy and Advocacy
Dee Mc Kinnon has experience in policy development, having served as a Policy Officer at the Department of Family and Community Services in 2002. Additionally, she worked as a Women's Officer at RMIT University from 1994 to 1996, where she advocated for women's issues within the student community.