Connection. Reflection.
Practice with Purpose.
Professional supervision, bespoke training and practice development
for social workers and human service professionals.
Connected Social Work
creates spaces where practitioners can pause, think, learn and grow.
Whether through professional supervision, tailored training or practice consultation, the goal is to strengthen reflective, ethical and sustainable practice.
With over 20 years' experience across frontline practice, leadership, policy, research and higher education, Accredited Social Worker Siobahn Altham brings together evidence, experience and genuine commitment to supporting individuals, teams and organisations.
If you're an individual practitioner seeking supervision, a team looking to strengthen reflective practice,
or an organisation wanting engaging, tailored professional development, the (our) goal is to create learning experiences that foster connection, reflection, confidence and growth—so people can practise with purpose and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Our Services
Connected Social Work provides services for practitioners at every career stage, including students, international students, teams, and community organisations.
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Professional supervision provides a dedicated space for reflection, critical thinking, and professional development, supporting ethical, confident, and sustainable social work practice. Professional supervision is offered for early career and experienced practitioners, external supervision, and support for social work students. Sessions are available individually or in groups, delivered online or face-to-face, with standard 60-minute appointments or longer sessions by negotiation to meet your needs.
Face to face sessions are available in Ballarat. Face to face sessions can be arranged elsewhere by negotiation.
Agency funded individual supervision is available at $180 per hour, with a discount offered for self-funding new graduates or students.
Please contact Connected Social Work to discuss rates for group supervision.
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I design and deliver bespoke workshops tailored to your organisation's unique context, informed by current evidence and contemporary social work practice. Training is practical, engaging, and focused on strengthening knowledge, skills, and professional judgement.
Training can be tailored to a range of topics, including reflective practice, professional judgement, critical reflection, working with complexity, ethics, and supervision skills.
Please contact Connected Social Work to discuss rates for training and professional development.
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I provide practice consultation to support organisations, teams, and programs in strengthening practice, policy, and service delivery. This includes support with program development, complex practice issues, and reflective discussion to inform ethical and effective decision-making in challenging contexts.
Please contact Connected Social Work to discuss rates for consultation.