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Amos Onah

Mansfield Park,Australia

Summary

Committed and compassionate youth support worker with 1.5 years of experience dedicated to guiding and empowering young individuals through their challenges and transitions. Skilled in providing mentorship, emotional support, and life skills development to foster personal growth and positive outcomes. Adept at building trusting relationships and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure holistic support for young people. Proficient in crisis intervention, individualized planning, and advocating for the educational and social needs of youth. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities combined with a genuine passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Support Worker

Baptistcare SA
04.2023 - Current
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Upholding professional boundaries while being supportive and ensuring that the youth's welfare remains the top priority.
  • Encouraging positive behavior and fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and accountability.
  • Helping young people resolve conflicts in a constructive and respectful manner, whether it's conflicts with peers, family members, or others

Youth Care and Support Worker

Edmen Community Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • keeping accurate records of interactions, observations, and progress in order to maintain a comprehensive history of each child or young person.
  • Providing personalized guidance and support to children and young people based on their unique needs, strengths, and challenges.
  • Teaching essential life skills, including communication, time management, problem-solving, and financial literacy.
  • Providing academic assistance by helping with homework, tutoring, and guiding them to develop effective study habits
  • Assisting in managing challenging behaviors by implementing behavior management strategies and positive reinforcement techniques
  • Encouraging and maintaining safe and inclusive spaces where young individuals can express themselves freely without fear of judgment
  • Providing transport assistance to children and young people


Education

Bachelor of Science - Certificate IV in Disability

Arizona College
Victoria
03.2022

Skills

  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Personal Hygiene Support
  • Youth Guidance
  • Behavioral Intervention Expertise
  • Good communication and active listening skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Child Development Knowledge
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Substance Abuse Awareness

Certification

  • Unrestricted South Australian drivers license
  • Medication accreditation
  • Infant safety training
  • Psychometric assessment
  • Through their eyes, training
  • Fire safety training
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Seizures and midazolam accreditation
  • Crisis intervention prevention training
  • Working with children clearance
  • NDIS worker clearance
  • Fully vaccinated for COVID


Timeline

Youth Support Worker

Baptistcare SA
04.2023 - Current

Youth Care and Support Worker

Edmen Community Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Certificate IV in Disability

Arizona College

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