Hairong Liu

Qualifications / Professional Associations:

• Master of Social Work

• Certificate IV in Ageing Support

• Membership of Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Summary Professional Experience:

Hairong holds a Master of Social Work and has a background as a Registered Nurse in China, where she worked for three years and developed strong clinical skills.

She has experience working with individuals facing mental health challenges and homelessness with complex needs. Hairong is skilled in intake assessments, mental state examinations (MSE), biopsychosocial assessments, and delivering trauma-informed, person-centred care. She demonstrates active listening, empathy, and a compassionate approach in her practice.

Additionally, Hairong has worked as a Disability Support Worker at Somerville Community Services, where she gained valuable hands-on experience supporting clients with challenging behaviours, providing emotional support, and de-escalating high-stress situations.
She is passionate about advocating for human rights and social justice for society’s most vulnerable individuals and aspires to make a meaningful difference in the community.