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, SA12-2001
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