Harrison Broun
Mount Hawthorn,WA
Summary
Dedicated and eager community services worker ready to help clients reach full potential through positive and effective support. I am compassionate, patient and encouraging with nearly 8 years of experience working with youth of all ages and experiences through the recreation and aquatics industries. I have recently completed a Cert IV in Community Services at North Metropolitan TAFE
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Perth Healthcare And Support Enterprise (PHASE)
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients in their day to day lives and with working towards progress goals
- Calmly de-escalate challenging behaviours while prioritising the safety of the client
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Swimming Instructor
Department Of Education
10.2019 - Current
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to children aged 4 to 13 years.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Taught in remote locations in WA's Pilbara, Kimberley and Wheatbelt regions to predominantly indigenous communities
- Taught and formulated lesson plans around students with various disabilities
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
Swimming Instructor
Elite Swimming
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
Coach
Swimit/Riverside Swim Club
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Guided students on improving swimming speeds, developing kicking techniques and maintaining breathing.
- Observed swimmers to find and correct faults and provide feedback on performance.
Pooldeck Customer Service Officer
Beatty Park Leisure Centre
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Assistance of differently abled swimmers. Liaising with the families and support workers of these families to ensure an ideal learning environment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
Swimming Instructor
Beatty Park Leisure Centre
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Worked with people of all ages and abilities including physical and cognitive disabilities
- Helped students of different abilities levels boost health with skill-adjusted classes.
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to children, adults and swimmers with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
Activity Director
Camp Agawam
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Activity head of music
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of campers.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Maintained running inventory of instruments
- Administered First Aid and CPR to participants in distress.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Taught campers outdoor-focused skills such as kayaking and rappelling to increase campers' self-reliance and confidence.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
Swimming Instructor
VenuesWest
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to children from as young as the age of 2 in a deepwater environment
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to adults of all ages in a deepwater environment
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities in a deepwater environment
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
Coach
VenuesWest
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Organized and facilitated various sporting activities for children from the ages of 5 to 12 including those with disabilities.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Junior Staff Member
Smoke And Mirrors
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked overnight shifts during peak periods to meet coverage needs.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Climbing Instructor
Treetops Adventure
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed rescues and first aid as appropriate, according to procedure.
- Tested and maintained the course.
- Provided clear, informative lectures on equipment safety and the ropes course.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Camp Counselor
Camp Agawam
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures to promote campers' well-being and health.
- Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Coordinated, implemented and evaluated leadership program and related activities to promote beneficial camper outcomes.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Coordinated and led Music, High Ropes and Waterfront activities for both small and large groups.
Team Member
Grill'd
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Received orders from customers and input into order management system.
- Sanitized tables, high chairs and drink fountain areas after customer use and periodically throughout day.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Protected business, team members and customers by monitoring alcohol consumption and keeping operation in line with legal service requirements.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Team Member
KFC
12.2013 - 03.2015
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Received orders from customers and input into order management system.
- Sanitized tables, high chairs and drink fountain areas after customer use and periodically throughout day.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Education
Certificate IV - Community Services
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11.2023
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Self-motivated professional
- Conflict resolution
- Active Listening
- Decision Making
- Leadership
Certification
AUSTSWIM towards competitive strokes
West Australian full manual driver's license
Working with Children Check
Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
Provide First Aid + Resuscitation
West Australian Skippers Ticket
Music
In my spare time I like to create and play music. I predominantly a vocalist but can also play clarinet and guitar. I have a project that I like to work and we write our own songs to perform at gigs and release on streaming services. I also have my own solo project.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Perth Healthcare And Support Enterprise (PHASE)
10.2023 - Current
Swimming Instructor
Elite Swimming
01.2023 - 06.2023
Pooldeck Customer Service Officer
Beatty Park Leisure Centre
01.2022 - 09.2022
Coach
Swimit/Riverside Swim Club
10.2021 - 11.2022
Swimming Instructor
Beatty Park Leisure Centre
08.2021 - 09.2022
Swimming Instructor
Department Of Education
10.2019 - Current
Activity Director
Camp Agawam
05.2019 - 09.2022
Swimming Instructor
VenuesWest
02.2019 - 11.2021
Coach
VenuesWest
02.2019 - 11.2021
Climbing Instructor
Treetops Adventure
11.2018 - 04.2019
Camp Counselor
Camp Agawam
05.2018 - 09.2018
Team Member
Grill'd
06.2017 - 06.2018
Junior Staff Member
Smoke And Mirrors
12.2016 - 12.2019
Team Member
KFC
12.2013 - 03.2015
Certificate IV - Community Services
RMIT University
AUSTSWIM towards competitive strokes
West Australian full manual driver's license
Working with Children Check
Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
Provide First Aid + Resuscitation
West Australian Skippers Ticket
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