I’m a compassionate community support professional with over 15 years of experience helping people across disability services, refugee support, outreach programs, and wellbeing initiatives. I’m dedicated to building trust-based relationships, advocating for marginalised communities, and promoting cultural awareness in diverse settings. My work spans health education, community engagement, and arts-inclusive programming, with a focus on empowering individuals to build independence and improve wellbeing. I’ve led camps and community programs, delivered health and wellbeing activities, and collaborated with teams across NGO, educational, and arts sectors. I’m passionate about accessible services, inclusive participation, and creating positive, real-world impact for people from varied backgrounds.

Kate Starr

I’m a compassionate community support professional with over 15 years of experience helping people across disability services, refugee support, outreach programs, and wellbeing initiatives. I’m dedicated to building trust-based relationships, advocating for marginalised communities, and promoting cultural awareness in diverse settings. My work spans health education, community engagement, and arts-inclusive programming, with a focus on empowering individuals to build independence and improve wellbeing. I’ve led camps and community programs, delivered health and wellbeing activities, and collaborated with teams across NGO, educational, and arts sectors. I’m passionate about accessible services, inclusive participation, and creating positive, real-world impact for people from varied backgrounds.

Available to hire

I’m a compassionate community support professional with over 15 years of experience helping people across disability services, refugee support, outreach programs, and wellbeing initiatives. I’m dedicated to building trust-based relationships, advocating for marginalised communities, and promoting cultural awareness in diverse settings. My work spans health education, community engagement, and arts-inclusive programming, with a focus on empowering individuals to build independence and improve wellbeing.

I’ve led camps and community programs, delivered health and wellbeing activities, and collaborated with teams across NGO, educational, and arts sectors. I’m passionate about accessible services, inclusive participation, and creating positive, real-world impact for people from varied backgrounds.

See more

Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Community Support Worker at Sunnyfield
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Group Leader at camps delivering activities, providing supervision, and encouraging social engagement. Supported people with disabilities in daily living and community participation. Assisted clients to develop life skills and improve wellbeing.
Outreach Worker at Sex Workers Outreach Project (SWOP)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Provided outreach support and advocacy for sex industry workers. Assisted with referrals to health and community services. Promoted access to support resources and safe work practices.
International Project Officer at Save the Children - Papua New Guinea
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Delivered sexual health education programs. Worked with regional representatives across Papua New Guinea. Supported project teams in identifying and addressing community health needs.
Care Support Worker at St Anthony’s Care
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Provided support to refugees and children with disabilities, implementing activities, programs and events. Assisted with personal care, social support, and community participation. Helped clients build independence and confidence.
Community Fitness Instructor at Redfern Community Centre
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Delivered inclusive yoga and Pilates classes to diverse community members. Promoted wellbeing through movement and mindfulness. Built strong community relationships through accessible programs.
Facilitator - Community Programs at TAFE Outreach
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Supported migrant women experiencing domestic violence. Connected participants with community resources and support services. Facilitated mindfulness, breathing and wellbeing sessions.
Market Research Assistant at AIDS Council of NSW (ACON)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Assisted with community research programs within the LGBTQIA+ community. Conducted interviews and collected data for health advocacy initiatives.

Education

Mental Health First Aid at MHFFA
January 1, 2025 - June 8, 2026
First Aid Certificate at CBD College
January 1, 2024 - June 8, 2026
Ethics at Australian Catholic University
January 1, 2018 - June 8, 2026
Diploma of Project Management at Surry Hills
January 1, 2014 - June 8, 2026
Cultural Awareness Training at Mirri Mirri
January 1, 2013 - June 8, 2026
Preventing and Responding to Abuse, Assault and Risk of Harm at National Disability Services
January 1, 2012 - June 8, 2026
Adult Education at TAFE
January 1, 2011 - June 8, 2026
Diploma – Community Education at Institute of Social Relations, Adelaide
January 1, 2010 - June 8, 2026
Transpersonal Therapy (Certificate) at Nature Care College
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Holistic Counselling (Certificate) at Nature Care College
January 1, 2009 - June 8, 2026
TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language at Surry Hills
January 1, 2008 - June 8, 2026
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Dance) at University of Tasmania
January 1, 1995 - June 8, 2026

Qualifications

Mental Health First Aid – MHFFA
January 1, 2025 - June 8, 2026
First Aid Certificate – CBD College
January 1, 2024 - June 8, 2026
Ethics – Australian Catholic University
January 1, 2018 - June 8, 2026
Diploma of Project Management – Surry Hills
January 1, 2014 - June 8, 2026
Cultural Awareness Training – Mirri Mirri
January 1, 2013 - June 8, 2026
Preventing and Responding to Abuse, Assault and Risk of Harm – National Disability Services
January 1, 2012 - June 8, 2026
Adult Education – TAFE
January 1, 2011 - June 8, 2026
Diploma – Community Education – Institute of Social Relations, Adelaide
January 1, 2010 - June 8, 2026
Transpersonal Therapy – Nature Care College
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Holistic Counselling – Nature Care College
January 1, 2009 - June 8, 2026
TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language – Surry Hills
January 1, 2008 - June 8, 2026
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Dance) – University of Tasmania
January 1, 1995 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services