Kat Hobbs
About Kat Hobbs
Kat Hobbs is a Mental Health Practitioner with extensive experience in youth rehabilitation services, currently working at Mind Australia Limited in Morwell and Traralgon. She holds diplomas in counselling and community services case management and focuses on teaching life skills to young people with mental health challenges.
Work at Mind
Kat Hobbs has been a Mental Health Practitioner at Mind since 2016, contributing to the organization for a total of eight years. She operates primarily in Morwell and has also worked at Mind Australia Limited in Traralgon since 2017, where she has spent seven years. In her role, she focuses on providing support and guidance to individuals facing mental health challenges, particularly youth.
Education and Expertise
Kat Hobbs studied at the Applied College of Psychology, where she pursued a Diploma of Counselling from 2012 to 2016. This four-year program equipped her with essential skills in mental health support. Additionally, she completed a Diploma of Community Services Case Management in 2016, further enhancing her expertise in case management and community services.
Background
Kat Hobbs has a strong background in supporting youth, particularly in rehabilitation services. She assists young individuals in applying for housing and teaches them essential daily skills, such as cleaning and cooking. Her work is centered around empowering youth to achieve independence and improve their quality of life.
Achievements in Youth Support
In her current role at Wannik Gunyah youth residential, Kat Hobbs focuses on teaching life skills to young people with mental health illnesses. She encourages these individuals to attend appointments, fostering their future independence and helping them navigate the challenges they face.