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Ellen Thomas is a Lecturer in Social Work within the Faculty of Health. She holds a Master of Social Work (Flinders University) and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Charles Darwin University), complemented by graduate diplomas in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Philosophy. With 16 years of experience across government and not-for-profit sectors, her professional practice focuses on advocating for policy improvements in social welfare, mental health, and aged care. Current research emphasizes youth development and sport contextualized to the Northern Territory.
Education:
- Bachelor of Psychological Science, Charles Darwin University
- Master of Social Work, Flinders University
- Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Flinders University
Research interests include addressing systemic barriers through community development, disability rehabilitation, and aged care consultancy. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and good health. Professional experience includes managing service delivery projects for vulnerable populations, coordinating teams, and supervising students. Key research areas involve frailty in home care, workplace suicide postvention, and advocacy in women’s legal services.
No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. Current involvement in policy advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration aims to promote social inclusion and equitable service delivery.
