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Marcus Johnston Taylor

Bellingen,NSW

Summary

Compassionate support professional recognized for adaptability and strong empathic skills, fostering genuine connections with diverse individuals. Proven ability to navigate dynamic educational and career paths while prioritizing service and personal growth through meaningful interactions. Core competencies include communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. Committed to leveraging these strengths for impactful contributions in a collaborative environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Labourer

North Coast Frames & Trusses
Tormina, NSW
09.2024 - Current
  • General labor, including measuring, cutting, and assembling wall frames using power tools, meeting deadlines, and working with a diverse range of individuals.

General Labourer

Fulcrum Staging & Designs
Repton, NSW
07.2024 - Current
  • Building Stages and Decor for events
  • General Labour
  • Developing and implementing production processes for new product designs.
  • Ensuring that all projects were completed according to budget constraints set by management.
  • Ensuring that all projects were built to meet deadlines.

Business Owner

Mophos Vegan Vietnamese
Bellingen, NSW
07.2022 - Current
  • Organizing, planning, and coordinating catering for events, from menu planning to execution.
  • Ensuring a high standard of safety in food handling.
  • Negotiation of contracts and accounts with vendors for supplies and services.
  • Monitoring cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
  • Managing inventory levels to meet customer demand, while minimizing costs.
  • Ensuring compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
  • Reviewing, processing, and verifying payroll documents to ensure the accuracy of employee pay, super, and tax.

Volunteer / Environmental Activism

Save Wallum - Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads, NSW
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Collaborated with community-based organizations and First Nations stakeholders to address community initiatives.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss internal operational issues, current events, impacting community and advocacy.
  • Performed canvassing activities to drum up support and increase funds.
  • Volunteered time to maintain the protesters' camp and hold a vigil for First Nations initiatives.

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Banyan House
Darwin, NT
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Maintained a safe environment through active supervision of clients during activities or outings.
  • Implemented crisis intervention techniques when needed to de-escalate disruptive behaviors.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as teachers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers to promote positive outcomes.
  • Facilitated recreational activities such as art projects, games, sports, or music to encourage teamwork and build relationships between peers.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by demonstrating respect for their feelings and ideas.

Education

Cert IV - Community Services

Canberra Institute of Tech / Charles Darwin Uni
Canberra, ACT / Darwin NT
01-2018

Bachelor of Counselling And Psychotherapy - Counselling & Psychotherapy

Ikon University
Remote

Skills

  • Empathic Listening
  • De-escalation
  • Team collaboration
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Cross-Demographic Engagement
  • Communication and Understanding
  • Lived Experience cPTSD, Anxiety, Youth Mental Health & Homelessness
  • Care and Awareness

Affiliations

  • Father and Family oriented man
  • Creative Artist working with mixed media
  • Other interests include study (Psychotherapy & The Arts), bush-walking and survival, culinary foods from around the world, meditative and self care practices

Timeline

Workshop Labourer

North Coast Frames & Trusses
09.2024 - Current

General Labourer

Fulcrum Staging & Designs
07.2024 - Current

Volunteer / Environmental Activism

Save Wallum - Brunswick Heads
05.2024 - 06.2024

Business Owner

Mophos Vegan Vietnamese
07.2022 - Current

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Banyan House
09.2019 - 12.2019

Cert IV - Community Services

Canberra Institute of Tech / Charles Darwin Uni

Bachelor of Counselling And Psychotherapy - Counselling & Psychotherapy

Ikon University
Marcus Johnston Taylor