Roses in the Ocean
Amy Bertakis is an experienced professional in mental health and social services, currently serving as the General Manager - Service Delivery at Roses in the Ocean and Head of Service Delivery for Non-Clinical Peer Led Services at the National Suicide Prevention Office. With significant experience in leadership roles, Amy managed the NSW StandBy Support After Suicide initiative and has previously worked as a Project Manager at Wellways Australia, overseeing the NewAccess mental health coaching program. Amy's early career includes crisis support at Lifeline Australia and various service officer roles within the Australian Government Department of Human Services. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the University of Wollongong, a Diploma in Counselling from TAFE NSW, and a Diploma in Community Services from OTEN.
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Roses in the Ocean
Roses in the Ocean exists to save lives and reduce emotional pain We endeavour to do this by informing, influencing and enhancing suicide prevention activities through the Lived Experience lens. We also act to support organisations and agencies to effectively and meaningfully engage with the community by offering lived experience expertise. Our focus is on: - Providing critical lived experience resources and expertise - Building a trained and supported Lived Experience “Workforce” - Facilitating their meaningful involvement in suicide prevention activities - Leading the evolution of engaging lived experience