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Biography

Monique Jones is a Registered Nurse with experience in the mental health sector across Australia and New Zealand.

Monique currently works as a Graduate and Workplace Health Educator within the Mental Health and Neuroscience postgraduate program and as a Research Assistant with the Let’s Yarn about Sleep team. Her professional background spans both community and inpatient mental health settings, where she has worked with diverse populations and supported evidence-based approaches to mental health care and wellbeing.

Prior to her current roles, Monique worked at the Thompson Institute, contributing to both clinical trials and clinical programs focused on advancing mental health research and early mental health intervention. This experience strengthened her expertise in translating research into practice and supporting innovation in mental health care.

With a strong foundation in clinical practice, research, and higher education, Monique is committed to supporting the development of the health workforce through education and professional learning. Her interests include preventative mental health and wellbeing, workforce development, and initiatives that promote positive, long-term outcomes for individuals and communities.

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Organisational Affiliations

Graduate and Workplace Health Educator, Thompson Institute

Research Assistant, Thompson Institute

Education

Master of Science (by research)
2026, University of the Sunshine Coast (Australia, Sunshine Coast) - UniSC
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (endorsed in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy)
2010, University of Otago (New Zealand, Dunedin)
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (endorsed in mental health)
2002, University of Otago (New Zealand, Dunedin)
Bachelor of Nursing
1997, Ara Institute of Canterbury (New Zealand, Christchurch) - Ara