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HAPPI UWINGABIRE

Summary

With a robust background spanning over 3 years in the care and disability sector, complemented by 2 years as a project officer, I bring a deep-seated passion for assisting others and delivering top-tier care. with experience as a successful business owner has sharpened my ability to effectively balance personal and professional responsibilities. I am dedicated to consistently exceeding client expectations by going the extra mile, underscoring my unwavering commitment to excellence in all endeavours.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Worker

Safe Places For Children
08.2024 - 08.2024
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.

Project Officer

YDAN
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • As a Project Officer, I was in charge of the UNLEASHED initiative aimed at enhancing the employability and skills development of young people with disabilities (YPWD) across Western Australia
  • This project focused on building individual capacities, fostering job-readiness, and creating pathways to better employment prospects for YPWD
  • I facilitated networking opportunities with potential employers, mentorship programs, and secured paid speaking engagements to further empower YPWD in the workforce
  • My responsibilities included drafting essential project documents, applying for grants to sustain project initiatives, designing and conducting workshops, and establishing productive partnerships with various organizations and companies
  • Through these efforts, UNLEASHED successfully contributed to expanding employment opportunities and fostering inclusivity for YPWD in the professional arena.

Support Worker and Administrative Assistant

No Limitts
11.2019 - 06.2021
  • During my time as an Administration Assistant at No Limits, my responsibilities included creating employee rosters, addressing general inquiries from staff, and ensuring the completeness of new client paperwork
  • Additionally, I conducted interviews and evaluated resumes for prospective support workers
  • Transitioning into the role of Support Worker at No Limits, I focused on enhancing my clients' daily lives by assisting with tasks such as meal preparation, household upkeep, appointment scheduling, medication administration, and ensuring attendance at medical appointments.

Support Worker

Private Home Care
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • As a private home carer, I focused on enhancing my clients' daily lives by assisting with tasks such as meal preparation, household upkeep, appointment scheduling, medication administration, and ensuring attendance at medical appointments.

Project Officer

Fremantle Culticultural centre
06.2017 - 11.2018
  • As a Project Officer, I was in charge of the design and execution of impact social awareness campaigns focused on drugs, alcohol, and central health awareness, specifically targeting adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • This role involved recruiting volunteers and fostering collaborations with community groups and businesses to maximize outreach
  • To engage businesses effectively, I conducted weekly presentations informed by comprehensive research on social issues impacting multicultural households
  • Additionally, I conducted psychosocial assessments, provided individual and family therapy, and managed case files to support holistic client care
  • I adeptly identified and swiftly resolved project challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines and objectives.

Education

Melville Senior Highschool

Project Management -

Murdoch University
09.2024

Cert 3 Early childhood Educator -

Match Works Perth
08.2019

Cert 3 Individual support & Dissability -

AETS Perth
04.2017

Skills

  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Home Care
  • Management
  • Social Media
  • Microsoft Word
  • Case management
  • Ethical decision making
  • Verbal and written communication competency
  • Psycho-social assessments
  • Form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with young people by building trust through active engagement
  • Manage challenging situations with a positive outlook
  • Knowledge regarding domestic violence issues, drug & alcohol awareness, community development, outreach work, and cultural issues
  • Ability to plan and present work projects efficiently

Languages

English
kirundi
kinyarwanda
Kiswahili
swahili

Additionalinformation

True, True, True, Current Western Australian Driver's Licence

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Youth Worker

Safe Places For Children
08.2024 - 08.2024

Project Officer

YDAN
07.2021 - 09.2023

Support Worker and Administrative Assistant

No Limitts
11.2019 - 06.2021

Support Worker

Private Home Care
11.2018 - 03.2019

Project Officer

Fremantle Culticultural centre
06.2017 - 11.2018

Melville Senior Highschool

Project Management -

Murdoch University

Cert 3 Early childhood Educator -

Match Works Perth

Cert 3 Individual support & Dissability -

AETS Perth

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