Bernie Lastro

Bernie Lastro’s back ground is in teaching at primary, secondary, special development schools and as a training consultant. Previously to this he was living & working overseas in Bosnia, Croatia & Germany  volunteering for Church Services from age 17. He has worked with child welfare with the cultural integration of various groups, assisting and supporting different adult & youth in programs like disengaged youth, building relationships / resilience, and understanding differences in cultures.

Education & Training Qualifications

  • Level IV Assessment and Workplace Training Certificate
  • Level One & Two First Aid Course (St Johns)
  • Training in Functional Behaviour Assessment with Eastern Health
  • Training on the Effects of Trauma in Children & Young People with Eastern Health
  • Training on Dual Diagnosis with Eastern Health
  • Training on Psychosis Explored with Eastern Health

Professional Experience & Achievements

  • Cultural awareness training for Centre of Excellence
  • Training Consultant to the Department of Human Services – Disability Accommodation Services, Child Protection
  • Training Consultant to Villa Maria Disability & Aged Care services
  • Training Consultant to Mind Australia Mental Health Services
  • Consultant to the indigenous community groups of country Victoria
  • Consultant to the Scope Victoria
  • Training consultant to Reconnect Youth
  • Training Consultant to Matt Program
  • Training Consultant to Operation New Start
  • Training Consultant to LEEP (Local Education & Employment Program)
  • Training Consultant to the Education Department (VIC)