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Overview
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Claudia Bridge-Harris

Tamworth,NSW

Summary

I am 24 years old and have a passion for helping our youth. I have been successful in creating supportive environments, enhancing communication, and organising activities to boost the well being of our younger generation. I am dedicated and eager to help young people reach their full potential through positive and effective support. I am compassionate and encouraging and excited to continue assisting youth in navigating various situations using healthy coping skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Worker

Aspire Homes
01.2024 - Current
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through listening and genuine interest in their lives
  • Completed shift reports, incident reports and medication administration reports to provide accurate case records
  • Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Encouraged youth clients to develop skills and try new activities.
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers and professionals to drive youth program outcomes.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
  • Participated in meetings with Department of Community and Justice as well as Team Leaders and House Coordinators to discuss program objectives and strategies and to provide a safe and happy environment for the youth
  • Promoted physical health and wellness through organisation of sports and recreational activities, leading to higher levels of engagement and well-being.
  • Maintained residential housing to a high expectation. Followed a cleaning roster daily.
  • Assisted youth with cooking of meals, washing, cleaning and transport.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.

Case Management Social Worker

Jobs Australia Enterprises
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted clients daily with finding employment and housing and to create a better life
  • Collaborated with colleagues and clients to develop comprehensive care plans addressing clients physical, emotional, and social needs.
  • Provided and documented clients ongoing care in accordance with policies and board of social work standards.
  • Continuously provided feedback on the effectiveness of case management services.

Retail Assistant

Danny Designer Jeweller
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and assist with a smooth shopping experience
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Maintained tidy and organised store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
  • Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
  • Enhanced store appearance through diligent merchandising and regular upkeep of displays.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritising customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image.

Dental Assistant

Nova Smiles Dental
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Prepared dental rooms and materials.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
  • Interact with young children to take their mind off being in a daunting place, I would play games and sing songs to help calm young kids and babies
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.

Dental Assistant

Tamworth Family Dentist
02.2018 - 02.2020
  • Cleaned and sanitised dental tools, equipment and treatment rooms, as well as restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitised trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Interact with young children to take their mind off being in a daunting place, I would play games and sing songs to help calm young kids and babies.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Education

Diploma Community Services -

TAFE NSW
NSW

Coaching -

Metafit
2023

Peel High School
11.2017

Skills

  • Social skill development
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Youth development
  • Emotional support abilities
  • Communication and organisation
  • Patience
  • Time management
  • Multitasking

Certification

2023 - Working With Children Check

2023 - National Police Check

2024 - First Aid/CPR

2024 - NDIS Check

Timeline

Youth Worker

Aspire Homes
01.2024 - Current

Case Management Social Worker

Jobs Australia Enterprises
03.2023 - 12.2023

Retail Assistant

Danny Designer Jeweller
12.2021 - 01.2023

Dental Assistant

Nova Smiles Dental
04.2020 - 10.2021

Dental Assistant

Tamworth Family Dentist
02.2018 - 02.2020

Diploma Community Services -

TAFE NSW

Coaching -

Metafit

Peel High School
Claudia Bridge-Harris