Nyakuan LEEK
Summary
I am a passionate Residential Youth Support Worker/Service leader seeking a challenging opportunity that offers growth, responsibility, and career advancement in the respected industry of Disability Support and Community Services. I aspire to develop my skills and to continue learning as I progress in my role as a support worker/service leader. My goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of people who are living with a disability. I believe my nurturing personality as a passionate support worker combined with my great experience in interacting with people of all ages would be a great attribution to your company. I am looking for a permanent position. I am available for an immediate start.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support/Service Leader
Aruma Services
01.2023 - Current
- Currently, I am responsible for providing quality service to vulnerable people supporting them through innovative programs and person-centered active support plans
- I am responsible for identifying the client’s needs and creating pathways for them to excel in training, educational and support programs
- I strongly execute and value the importance of listening attentively, respect the participants’ unique needs and preferences, and work collaboratively to develop personalised strategies that help them work toward their goals
Youth Worker
Intergraded Family and Youth Services (IFYS)
01.2022 - Current
- In my experience as a support worker with (IFYS), I was responsible for supporting young people in Child Protection (CP) needing a safe, dependable, and nurturing living environment
- With my experience working in (RESI Care) my duties are as follows; transportation and support of young people in various activities or appointments that are important to their development and growth
- Assist and encourage YP in (RESI) to maintain a clean and healthy home, (domestic duties)
- Maintaining records and residential reports for reporting needs and other relevant information to case managers or Service Manager
Support Worker
Connecting Families’ Disability & Youth Services
03.2020 - 01.2022
- I have over 2 years’ worth of experience in the disability industry
- I have worked with multiple clients with special needs in which some cases were of complex and high care
- I am also responsible for supporting children in Child Protection (CP) needing a safe, dependable, and nurturing living environment
- Assisting my clients in their everyday living such as safe transportation to the supermarkets, hospital appointments and, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment
- My experience working with Connecting Families has allowed me to achieve and gain personal development skills, interacting with all types of age groups and people with disabilities
Education
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Framework -
01.2023
Diploma - Community Services
SUPREME EDUCATION & TRAINING
01.2022
Hope and Healing Framework -
01.2022
Certificate III - Health Support Assistant
TAFE
01.2019
Certificate III - Fitness
Binnacle Training
01.2019
Skills
- Maintain Professional Boundaries
- Manage and control challenging behaviors
- Professional Communication Skills
- Self-Managing and Reliable
- Able to remain calm and collective
- Compassionate
References
- Grace Mhavia, Co-worker, Anglicare Southern Queensland, 0483883180
- Destiny Ateny, Team Leader/ Supervisor, Connecting Families, 0451922264
- Michelle Greaves, Service Manager, Anglicare Southern Queensland, 0417158011
Activities
I have strong interpersonal skills enhanced by taking part in multi-modal activities to develop confidence, communication abilities and time management. I’ve had the opportunities to show my leadership by taking responsibility and being a part of organizing community sporting events, BBQs, and activities with the Queensland African Communities Council (QACC).
Timeline
Disability Support/Service Leader
Aruma Services
01.2023 - Current
Youth Worker
Intergraded Family and Youth Services (IFYS)
01.2022 - Current
Support Worker
Connecting Families’ Disability & Youth Services
03.2020 - 01.2022
Diploma - Community Services
SUPREME EDUCATION & TRAINING
Hope and Healing Framework -
Certificate III - Health Support Assistant
TAFE
Certificate III - Fitness
Binnacle Training