Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Emanuela Otuk

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Empathetic, trauma informed Community Service Worker passionate about providing meaningful support and services through Client Centred Approach. Resilient-excellent communicator bringing 1.5 years of comprehensive experience implementing core programs to meet needs for self-development and independence. Creative and understanding professional commended for modelling and teaching life skills and promoting diversity by exposing clients to multicultural experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Worker

Barnardos Australia
Canberra, ACT
02.2021 - Current
  • Daily organisation and CYPS reporting.
  • Informing appropriate authorises of critical situations and outcomes.
  • Treating young people's concerns with respect, tact and sensitivity, whilst remaining confidential and professional.
  • Applied clinical and behavioural knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments to deescalate situations.
  • Managed activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth by exhibiting high levels of patience, tolerance and flexibility.
  • Scheduled and accompanied youth clients to outside appointments such as therapy sessions, medical appointments and social outings.
  • Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
  • Encouraged and helped youth clients to develop useful life skills.

Community Support Worker

Focus ACT
Canberra, ACT
03.2021 - Current
  • Administered medication.
  • Completed NDIS incident Reports.
  • Scheduling Clients appointment and ensuring attendance.
  • Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
  • Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
  • Liaised with community members, recommending resources and programs.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Assisted in personal care, grocery shopping, house chores and meal preparations.

Paralegal

Trinity Law
Canberra, ACT
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
  • Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
  • Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
  • Mitigated legal team's workload by reviewing and evaluating legal documents, discovery materials and contracts.

Medical Receptionist

Marketplace Medical Centre, Gungahlin
Canberra, ACT
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Responded to correspondence from insurance companies to verify patient's coverage.

Education

Diploma of Community Services - Family And Community Services

National Business Academy
Melbourne, VIC
06.2020

Skills

  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Implementing Client Care Plans
  • Behavioural Management Planning
  • Program Evaluation and Improvements
  • Community Services Coordination
  • Money Management Assistance
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self-Motivated

Certification

  • Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • First Aid, Basic Emergency Life Support and CPR
  • Current NDIS Worker Orientation Module
  • Understanding Autism
  • Medication Administration
  • Epilepsy and Seizure Training
  • Numerous ongoing and completed youth and support worker modules and training

Reference

Given Upon Request

Timeline

Community Support Worker

Focus ACT
03.2021 - Current

Youth Worker

Barnardos Australia
02.2021 - Current

Paralegal

Trinity Law
01.2020 - 02.2021

Medical Receptionist

Marketplace Medical Centre, Gungahlin
07.2019 - 01.2020

Diploma of Community Services - Family And Community Services

National Business Academy
Emanuela Otuk