Christa Holfeld
Cairns,QLD
Summary
Skilled Residential Youth Worker with a background in providing emotional support and implementing care plans for troubled youths. Experience working in residential settings, demonstrating strong crisis management skills, and developing therapeutic relationships. Strengths include the ability to manage challenging behaviours effectively, facilitate group therapy sessions, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the youth's well-being. Impact made through consistent provision of positive role modelling and effective behaviour modification strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Recidential Youth Worker
Aruma services
Cairns, Qld
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily activities for youth in residential care environment.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure a secure living environment for all residents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored support plans for youth.
- Assisted youth in developing daily living skills through structured programs and activities.
- Managed documentation of resident progress and incidents in compliance with policies.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement during challenging situations for residents.
- Provided support services to families of residents in order to ensure successful transition back into home life after release from residential care setting.
- Facilitated daily activities such as educational, recreational, and social skill development for youth.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when working with clients to ensure best outcomes possible.
- Worked closely with local schools to provide special accommodations related to academics or extracurricular activities for students living in residential care settings.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among young adults through education about nutrition, exercise, substance abuse prevention strategies.
- Monitored and documented the progress of each resident's mental health status.
- Assisted in crisis management situations involving suicidal ideations or other dangerous behaviors from youth.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the facility.
- Conducted assessments of youth to identify any potential behavioral or emotional issues.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
- Offered key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Adapted programs and activities to comply with health and safety guidelines and regulations.
- Organized events and field trips that expose youths to cultural, educational, and career opportunities.
- Established safe and inclusive environments for youth, promoting positive behavior and emotional well-being.
Residential Youth Worker
GSL Services
Cairns, Qld
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youth in residential care.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for each resident.
- Monitored daily routines and assisted with personal care tasks.
- Communicated effectively with families about resident progress and needs.
- Maintained accurate records of resident behavior and incidents daily.
- Mediated conflicts between residents to foster a positive living environment.
- Provided support services to families of residents in order to ensure successful transition back into home life after release from residential care setting.
- Facilitated daily activities such as educational, recreational, and social skill development for youth.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among young adults through education about nutrition, exercise, substance abuse prevention strategies.
- Conducted assessments of youth to identify any potential behavioral or emotional issues.
- Managed medication administration process for residents according to physician instructions.
- Monitored and documented the progress of each resident's mental health status.
- Worked closely with local schools to provide special accommodations related to academics or extracurricular activities for students living in residential care settings.
- Advocates for the rights of youth within the system while promoting self-determination principles at all times.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when working with clients to ensure best outcomes possible.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the facility.
- Assisted in crisis management situations involving suicidal ideations or other dangerous behaviors from youth.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
- Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Provided individual support and mentorship to youths facing personal, academic, or social challenges.
Disability Support Worker
Arc disability
Cairns, Qld
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Implemented individual care plans tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Advocated for client rights and needs within the community services framework.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care services.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to the care team effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and care provided.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
Education
Bachelar of Psychology - Bachelar of Psychology First Year
Curtin University
Perth, WA01-2025
Diploma in Youth Work
Australian Colleges of Human Service
05-2024
Certificate of Criminal Justice And Criminology
International Career Institute
Sydney, NSW09-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 4 in Mental Health
Jigsaw Training
09-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 3 In Individaul Support
Austcare
Cairns01-2021
Skills
- Individualized care planning
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Medication administration
- Evidence-based practices
- Family communication
- Team building
- Cultural competency
- Life skills teaching
- Family engagement
- Mental health support
- Recreational planning
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Educational activities
- Behavioral interventions
- Time management
I am an HSR at my current employment, Aruma Services, where I have worked to set up multiple safety measurements
Timeline
Recidential Youth Worker
Aruma services
12.2023 - Current
Residential Youth Worker
GSL Services
06.2021 - 12.2023
Disability Support Worker
Arc disability
07.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelar of Psychology - Bachelar of Psychology First Year
Curtin University
Diploma in Youth Work
Australian Colleges of Human Service
Certificate of Criminal Justice And Criminology
International Career Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 4 in Mental Health
Jigsaw Training
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 3 In Individaul Support
Austcare
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