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Annabel Parker

Annabel Parker

Buderim,Australia

Summary

I have always been passionate about helping others. I have over 17 years experience as a Naturopath, and during those years, I have helped a lot of people, from all walks of life.

As a Naturopath, I especially loved helping families. The well-being of a child, every child, has always been my passion. I have worked with a lot of parents and have enjoyed empowering them and praising them on what a great job they are doing with their children, even if its only a small thing. I feel its important to praise the parent. To encourage them to be the best parent they can be.

2 years ago I went on to study to become a Teacher Aide. This was nice, working in schools at this level, but I knew there was so much more I could give, especially to those who really need it..

So I went on to enrolled in Youth Work earlier this year. And it is here, in this line of work, that I have found my calling.

I can finally put together all my years of knowledge, experiences and wisdom, into being the best youth support worker I can possibly be.

I will be able to help children at their ultimate core of their being, and it will be an honour.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Naturopath - Retail Assistant

Flannerys
03.2022 - Current


  • Deliver exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Promote a positive work environment through active participation in team meetings and contributing ideas for organizational success.
  • Maintain confidential patient, employee and company information in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage difficult conversations with compassion and professionalism, helping deescalate tense situations while maintaining a focus on finding resolutions.
  • Resolve customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Provide compassionate care with excellent listening skills and establish trust with clients.
  • Treat each client as an individual, giving specific supplements, herbs and lifestyle suggestions.
  • Implement stress reduction techniques such as mindfulness meditation, and or breath work etc, into my consultations with clients to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.
  • Contribute to maintain a strong presence of organic products in the community.
  • Provided excellent customer service, while educating customers about our products nutritional benefits.
  • Educated consumers about the benefits of organic agriculture, promoting healthy eating habits and sustainable living.
  • Regularly promote organic and natural products and educating clients on their benefits.

Teacher Aide

Mountain Creek Primary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Developed relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Accommodated diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Provided support for the years levels Prep to Grade 6.
  • Encouraged learning and fun in a caring and patient environment and encouraged children to learn in a supportive and positive manner.
  • Actively and happily participated in all aspects of the school

Pharmacy/Retail Assistant & Vitamin Consultant (Naturopath)

Chemist Warehouse
09.2017 - 12.2021


  • Provided strong customer service, support and communication
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Assisted Pharmacy back counter when required.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
  • Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle Practitioner & Western Herbalist

Eumundi Medicine Man
07.2005 - 01.2012


  • Educated clients on the principles of Ayurveda and its application in daily life, promoting long-term wellness and happiness.
  • Developed tailored lifestyle and diet recommendations based on individual body constitution.
  • Achieved successful treatment outcomes for various health conditions with the use of diet, lifestyle, herbs, supplements, and Ayurvedic therapies.
  • Educated clients on detoxification programs such as Panchakarma, that helps clients achieve optimal balance within their bodies leading to a healthier lifestyle.
  • Counselled on diet, healthy lifestyle suggestions and herbal options to achieve long-term health and fulfillment.
  • Administered, dispensed or prescribed natural medicines such as food or botanical extracts, herbs and amino acids.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients by exhibiting empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
  • Advised patients on related approaches such as yoga and meditation techniques.
  • Manufactured, compounded and encapsulated herbal formulas.
  • Percolated herbal tinctures and blends for retail and wholesale use.
  • Managed production schedule and production technicians.

Western Herbalist and Retail Assistant

The Natural Foodstore (now known as Kunara)
01.2004 - 12.2009
  • Provide professional diet, lifestyle and natural medicine advice to customers
  • Prescriptions for practitioner only medicine
  • Dispensing herbal tinctures to individual needs
  • Managing inventory, stock rotation and ordering of products
  • Assisting customers with queries and advice relating to all departments across the store
  • Training new staff and overseeing junior staff members
  • Assisted also in the organic Fruit and Vegetable department and demonstrated commitment to sustainability and organic produce.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and inviting shop environment that encouraged customers to explore diverse and natural products.
  • Cultivated a loyal customer base by consistently delivering exceptional service.
  • Fostered community engagement by participating in local events, networking with other wellness professionals, and supporting initiatives promoting health and wellbeing.
  • Used holistic approach to advise patients on diet, exercise, lifestyle and emotional wellbeing.

Education

Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40421)

TAFE Queensland
Sunshine Coast, QLD
04-2025

Certificate IV -

in Education Support: Teachers Aide
09-2021

Advanced Diploma -

of Naturopathy
01.2013

Advanced Diploma -

in Western Herbalism
01.2008

Certificate IV -

in Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
01.2005

Associate Diploma -

of Business / Hospitality
01.1995

Skills

  • Emotional maturity and stability
  • Dependable and cooperative
  • Sense of humour
  • Active participation
  • Enthusiasm
  • Respectful and non-judgmental
  • Cultural Diverse
  • Responsible
  • Reliable
  • Patient

References

  • Old Boss: Jenny Burns - Previous Store Manager - Flannerys- Maroochydore (Now Category Buyer at Kunara)

      Ph: 0449 003 603   email:  jenniferburns6@hotmail.com


  • Old Boss: Jill Freese - Store Manager - Chemist Warehouse - Buderim Ph: 0466 360 934 email: jill.free1@hotmail.com


  • Old Colleague: Sharni Foster - Previous Naturopath at Flannerys- Maroochydore - (Now Doctor at University Hospital - Kawana Island) Ph: 0413 463 022


  • Old Friend: Lyndel Begg - Naturopath at Flannerys - Maroochydore - Ph: 0450 742 699 lyndelbegg@gmail.com

Personal Information

D.O.B. 25 September 1977

Driver License / Own reliable vehicle




Certification



  • Current: Member of Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA) Membership Number 7492


  • Current: Guild Insurance

Policy Type: Allied Health Liabilities


  • National First Aid Training Institute

Current: First Aid and CPR


  • Current: Blue Card

Timeline

Naturopath - Retail Assistant

Flannerys
03.2022 - Current

Teacher Aide

Mountain Creek Primary School
09.2021 - 12.2021

Pharmacy/Retail Assistant & Vitamin Consultant (Naturopath)

Chemist Warehouse
09.2017 - 12.2021

Ayurvedic Lifestyle Practitioner & Western Herbalist

Eumundi Medicine Man
07.2005 - 01.2012

Western Herbalist and Retail Assistant

The Natural Foodstore (now known as Kunara)
01.2004 - 12.2009

Advanced Diploma -

of Naturopathy

Advanced Diploma -

in Western Herbalism

Certificate IV -

in Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation

Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40421)

TAFE Queensland

Certificate IV -

in Education Support: Teachers Aide

Associate Diploma -

of Business / Hospitality

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