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Darren Francis

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Highly motivated person, who wants to contribute to positive change in our community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Handyman

Myself
Camden Park, SA
11.2023 - Current
  • Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage.
  • Assembled furniture according to instructions provided by customers.
  • Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
  • Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
  • Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.

Cultural Programs Coordinator

Youth Education Centre
Dry Creek, SA
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to young aboriginal people who came into the centre.
  • Developed and maintained strong connections with the young offenders.
  • Guided employees in handling difficult or complex cultural problems.
  • Facilitated cultural workshops for young people.
  • Generated employment opportunities for students.
  • Maintain professional standards of practise and communication.

Kinship Support Worker

Incompro
Bowden, SA
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Attended regular reviews of client care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each family
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
  • Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
  • Liaised effectively with other services and professionals to generate positive outcomes for the clients.
  • Keep accurate documentation of client visits, meeting outcomes and needs.
  • Connected vulnerable clients with relevant services and encouraged active participation.
  • Participated in professional development and training sessions to enhance care quality and support provided.
  • Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.

Aboriginal Community Education Officer

Le Fevre Primary School
Peterhead, SA
02.2018 - 02.2022
  • Case managed 64 Aboriginal students and their families.
  • Create cultural excursions to develop the students understanding of our culture.
  • Advocate for the students needs and the issues that may be affecting their non-attendance.
  • Set up a breakfast program at the school to encourage attendance.
  • Created a parents/carers group every fortnight to encourage community engagement and participation.
  • Collated data on student performance and attendance to report back to leadership.

Residential Youth Worker

FamiliesSA
Adelaide, SA
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Encouraged independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, meal preparation.
  • Developed positive relationships with residents through open communication, trust building, and role modeling.
  • Modeled positive behavior for residents by providing leadership and positive interactions.
  • Documented child progress, reporting extreme changes in behavior.
  • Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
  • Trained and supervised junior staff in youth work principles and practices.
  • Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
  • Advocates for the rights of youth within the system while promoting self-determination principles at all times.

Youth Worker

Bowden Brompton Community School
Brompton, SA
02.2012 - 02.2015
  • Conducted assessments of needs and risk factors among students in order to develop appropriate interventions.
  • Educated parents and guardians on available resources in the community that could benefit their child.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to students in difficult situations.
  • Facilitated group discussions, activities, and workshops for students on a variety of topics.
  • Maintained detailed records of student attendance, participation, and progress.
  • Trained and supervised junior staff in youth work principles and practices.
  • Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student activities, progress, and concerns.
  • Advocated for student needs and interests in community and policy-making forums.
  • Supervised student recreational activities and facilitated workshops surrounding self-development, education and employment.
  • Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during moments of crisis.

Student Support Officer

Kilkenny Primary School
West Croydon, SA
02.2011 - 12.2011
  • Provided academic advice and guidance to students.
  • Identified potential issues related to student performance or behaviour.
  • Developed strategies for improving student engagement and retention rates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Enfield High School
Gepps Cross, SA
12-2001

Skills

  • Advocacy
  • Communication
  • Rapport building
  • Case Management
  • Self Motivation
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Cricket
  • Netball coaching
  • Volunteering feeding the homeless

Certification

  • Senior First Aid
  • WWCC

Timeline

Handyman

Myself
11.2023 - Current

Cultural Programs Coordinator

Youth Education Centre
01.2023 - 10.2023

Kinship Support Worker

Incompro
03.2022 - 01.2023

Aboriginal Community Education Officer

Le Fevre Primary School
02.2018 - 02.2022

Residential Youth Worker

FamiliesSA
02.2015 - 03.2016

Youth Worker

Bowden Brompton Community School
02.2012 - 02.2015

Student Support Officer

Kilkenny Primary School
02.2011 - 12.2011

High School Diploma -

Enfield High School

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