ALI MICHAEL CRAWSHAWTOMLINS
Zuccoli,NT
Summary
Seeking a rewarding entry level career opportunity within a community focused role that will enable the further development of my skills and experience and assist the community around me.
A young highly ambitious Indigenous man who possesses a unique set of personal traits, qualities and leadership abilities, seeking to begin a career within a community support/advocacy role. Already committed to and immersed in the community demonstrated through volunteer commitments based on mentoring and caring for at risk youth, school leavers and senior citizens. Employing keystone values embodying compassion, respect and reliability, have led to numerous accolades and positive references. Pre-existing transferable skills will foster the development of a successful corporate career characterised by achievements, personal development and growth. Possessing a positive and emotional intelligent personality and the ability to work unsupervised and within team environments, while forming lasting personal connections with individuals from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Mentor, Supported Bail Accommodation
First Step Development Enterprises
07.2024 - Current
- Provided Mentorship and guidance to at-risk youth involved in the justice system.
- Assisted young people in developing life skills, goal setting, and positive decision making.
- Built strong, trusting relationships to encourage personal growth and accountability .
- Supported youth in adhering to bail conditions and reintegration into the community .
- Facilitated structured activities and programs promoting education, employment, and well-being.
- Collaborated with caseworkers, law enforcement, and support services to ensure holistic care.
- Managed crisis situations and deescalated conflicts in a trauma-informed manner.
- Maintained accurate documentation and progress reports in line with legal and organizational requirements.
Domestic Violence Facilitator
Darwin Youth Services
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitate culturally safe workshops and programs on domestic and family violence awareness, prevention, and healing.
- provide support, education, and empowerment strategies for Indigenous youth affected by domestic violence.
- Use trauma informed and strengths-based approaches in program delivery.
- Build trusting relationships with young people, families, and community members.
- Collaborate with Indigenous elders, Community leaders, and service providers to ensure culturally appropriate support.
- Advocate for the needs and rights of Indigenous youth in relation to domestic violence
- Assist youth in accessing support service such as counselling, legal aid, and emergency housing
Residential Youth Support Worker
Saltbush Enterprises
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Interacted with young people through one on one support, assisting them with basic daily needs as well as extra support
- Projected mentoring and role-model behaviour enabling rapport building skills and ultimately establishing a healthy, trustworthy, positive relationship with each young person
- Established an understanding of trauma informed care, allowing the possibility to benefit interpersonal skills, resulting in an ability to recognise trauma responses within young persons and utilise problem solving skills in order to deescalate unwarranted situations and behaviours
- Implemented cultural awareness training creating a culturally safe environment benefitting both young peoples, and staff through overcoming cultural bias and barriers thus allowing an effective understanding of all those within the workplace
- Provided guidance and support to at-risk youth, enhancing their social and emotional development.
- Supported youth in developing life skills, promoting independence and self-confidence.
- Facilitated group activities and discussions to foster a sense of community and belonging among participants.
Administration officer/General Support
F.O.R.W.A.A.R.D Aboriginal Corporation
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Administration experience further enhanced my organisation skills through prioritising my daily tasks at hand which include scheduling, phone handling and managing facilities
- Working with AOD clients professionally and supporting them with essential needs by; taking them to doctors appointments, job providers, Centrelink, etc
- Involvement in extracurricular activities such as bowling, boxing training and Culture Day allowed me to create personal relationships whilst keeping their best interests in mind
- Responsibility to handle pharmaceutical needs and medical distribution
- Ability to adapt to any person that may be affected by AOD use or other psychological diagnosis, which has furthered my understanding for individuals that are in need of assistance
Apprenticeship Cert III in Engineering-Fabrication
KCS Industrial Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Learnt to adapt to any workforce, as well as interact with a diverse cultural team whilst navigating an environment that was dangerous, pressuring and challenging
- Developed outstanding communication skills that can adapt to any circumstance and to anyone's personal needs
- Problem solving skills tackling every task at hand with enthusiasm and engagement
- Familiarity with safety policies and regulations
Education
Diploma - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Star College
01-2026
Apprenticeship Cert III in Engineering-Fabrication -
12.2022
Year 12 Certificate -
Saint Ignatius College
Riverview, NSW12.2018
Skills
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Community service/advocacy
- Leadership abilities
- Emotional intelligence
- Positive and reliable
- Role modelling
- Youth development
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Active listening
Other Notable Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel and Powerpoint), 'C' Class Drivers License, Working with Children's Card, Senior First Aid, White Card
Interests And Charity Work
- AFL (competitively - member of premiership team 2016/2017)
- Traditional music (playing Yadaki) and dance, including notable performances at the opening ceremony of Parliament 2017, Opera House and the Sydney University Mater Hospital
- Physical health and wellbeing (gym)
Education And Awards
St Ignatius College, Riverview, NSW, Year 12 Certificate, Received the Rachel Ward Indigenous Award for Leadership, Gold Laurels Achievements - 2016, 2017, 2018
Timeline
Youth Mentor, Supported Bail Accommodation
First Step Development Enterprises
07.2024 - Current
Domestic Violence Facilitator
Darwin Youth Services
01.2024 - Current
Residential Youth Support Worker
Saltbush Enterprises
01.2023 - 07.2024
Administration officer/General Support
F.O.R.W.A.A.R.D Aboriginal Corporation
01.2022 - 01.2023
Apprenticeship Cert III in Engineering-Fabrication
KCS Industrial Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
Diploma - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Star College
Apprenticeship Cert III in Engineering-Fabrication -
Year 12 Certificate -
Saint Ignatius College
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