Dedicated and eager to help young people reach full potential through positive and effective support. Compassionate and encouraging with three years of experience working with youth of all ages. Assists youth in navigating various situations using healthy coping skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Support
Mackillop family services
04.2022 - 04.2024
Support, read and understand children and young person’s plans, including their needs, personal goals and outcomes they wish to achieve
Promote self-determination and cultural identity
Assisting with and arranging daily activities in line with a child or young person’s plan
Actively support child or young person to achieve their daily goals
Work within the relevant frameworks to ensure trauma informed service delivery
Facilitate engagement with children and young persons within the community
Completing daily case notes, admin tasks and incident reports.
Enhanced youth development by implementing individualized care plans and engaging in therapeutic activities.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for resident needs and goals.
Served as a positive role model by exhibiting appropriate behavior management strategies during difficult situations.
Contributed to a supportive residential atmosphere by modeling healthy behaviors and boundaries for residents to emulate.
Monitored residents'' progress, documenting observations and providing feedback to case managers for ongoing treatment planning adjustments.
Conducted intake assessments for new residents, gathering vital information to develop personalized care plans.
Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
Collaborated with case managers, therapists, and other professionals to develop personalized treatment plans for optimal results.
Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
Improved residents'' emotional well-being through compassionate counseling and support during challenging situations.
Education
Diploma of Community Services -
10.2021
Certificate IV in Disability -
04.2020
CYF -
01.2020
Skills
Organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal communication skills
Sensitivity and understanding
The ability to work well with others
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Additional Information
Working rights in Australia, A full and valid driver’s license, A current First Aid Certificate, NDIS Worker Screening Check, A Minimum of 2 COVID-19 Vaccinations, Current and Valid Working with Children’s Check