Fern Waata
Baldivis,Perth
Summary
Take pride in demonstrating a positive role, modelling and provide mentoring to enable YP to meet their goals and achieve their full potential. Enjoy been able to provide a safe and nurturing environment where YP can flourish. Communication and conflict resolution is essential in fostering safe and supportive environment for Young People. Skilled in active listening and problem-solving, ensuring needs and potential of young individuals are met.
Always have a compassionate, empathetic attitude and passion for making a difference and known for fostering positive relationships and creating inclusive environments. Ability in resolving YP issues and improving wellbeing through tailored support programs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Student Support officer
Fairbridge College
Perth, Western Australia
03.2025 - Current
- Assist with school events for 120 students, enhancing community spirit, inclusivity and encouragement to help build individual resilience.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students' developmental needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with students to provide therapeutic emotional support when needed.
- Worked closely with teaching staff to develop personalized learning plans addressing individual student needs.
- Advocated for student rights, ensuring fair education.
- Coordinated with parents and teachers for betterment of student welfare.
- Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed conflict mediation and resolution between students, teachers and parents to avoid disruptions.
- Daily documentation of students using data entry software.
Residential Youth Worker
Accordwest
Perth, Western Australia
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Conducted assessments of individual needs with focus on holistic growth and development.
- Created nurturing environment whilst assisting in developing various living, social, educational, and recreational life skills whilst supporting and modelling safe positive home life environment to meet each YPs needs.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team to create effective treatment strategies for betterment of YP.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies, reduced conflict among YP within homes. From 1-5 YP per home.
- Assisted with homework tasks, enhancing academic performance of individuals.
- Observed and documented behaviour's for accurate reporting to professionals involved in YPs care.
- Delivered positive impact on YP life using trauma informed practices and therapeutic interventions.
- Managed crises situations, ensuring safety and stability within YP home residence.
- Organized and facilitated group activities to cultivate social skills development.
- Completed risk assessments to help YWs identify and manage potential risks.
- Submitted daily documentation of individuals, events, appointments etc.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies, reduced conflict among residents.
- Provided emotional support, resulting in improved mental wellbeing of residents.
Therapeutic Worker
Centrecare
Perth, Western Australia
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Established strong rapport with children by providing supportive care and guidance.
- Provided emotional support during times of crisis, using therapeutic approach and intervention, aiding in recovery process.
- Oversaw daily routines of 3 YP including meals, schoolwork and bedtime schedules.
- Tailored interventions according to each child's unique needs, ensuring comprehensive assistance.
- Planned outings for YP's enjoyment and learning experiences.
- Encouraged cultural and recreational activities including return-to-country trips.
- Built positive, productive relationships for enhanced social support.
- Always maintained confidential accurate documentation.
Enrolled Nurse, Careworker
Best West Nursing Agency
Perth, Western Australia
08.2012 - 08.2021
- Executed routine laboratory tests aiding in faster diagnosis and treatment initiation.
- Administered medication to patients as per doctor's instructions, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Assisted in setting up of medical equipment for various procedures enhancing efficiency.
- Delivered bedside nursing care for bedridden patients improving their quality of life.
- Ensured privacy and dignity of patients at all times building trustful relationships with them.
- Carried out wound dressing tasks ensuring cleanliness and quicker recovery times.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical history, vital signs and treatment plans.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, promoting their comfort and wellbeing.
- Cared for 20-108 patients in ward each shift.
Education
A-Levels - Nursing
North Tec
New Zealand 08.2009 - 08.2010
A-Levels - Enrolled Nurse
North Tec
Auckland, New Zealand 02.2009 - 08.2010
Skills
- Safe handling of medication
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Therapeutic communication
- Understanding special educational needs
- Empathetic listening
- Medication Administration
- Behavioural observation
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Case note accuracy
- Preventative strategies
- Empathetic communicator
- Stress management techniques
Affiliations
- Fashion, sewing and remodeling of clothes.
- Sports, (watching at this stage in my life) love Rugby League, Rugby Union. Love State of Origin..(Maroon supporter)
- Family means the world to me, l enjoy spending time with them.
Courses Attained
Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention
Diabetic Management
Food Handling and Safety
Manual Handling
TCI (Accordwest)
Timeline
Student Support officer
Fairbridge College
03.2025 - Current
Residential Youth Worker
Accordwest
11.2021 - 02.2024
Therapeutic Worker
Centrecare
03.2020 - 11.2021
Enrolled Nurse, Careworker
Best West Nursing Agency
08.2012 - 08.2021
A-Levels - Nursing
North Tec
08.2009 - 08.2010
A-Levels - Enrolled Nurse
North Tec
02.2009 - 08.2010
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