IKECHUKWU ENEOKO
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Skilled Youth Support Worker with experience in providing emotional, physical and educational support to young people. Strengths include strong communication skills, empathy, resilience and an ability to build rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds. Have delivered successful interventions and programs that promote positive behaviour change, foster self-esteem, and encourage social integration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Child and Youth Support Worker
ONEDOORWAY
Sunbury, VIC
10.2023 - 02.2026
- Provided compassionate emotional support to youth with special needs, implementing behaviour management strategies to address challenging behaviours. Worked within the support plan to implement indenpendence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver comprehensive treatment and care plans for children and adolescents.
- Promoted youth development by creating and facilitating engaging, age-appropriate programs and activities.
- Conducted detailed assessments to identify emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs, ensuring timely interventions and support services.
- Established strong rapport with clients by creating an environment where they feel safe expressing themselves.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
Disability Support Worker
LIFE-CENTRED SERVICES
Flemington
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Supported clients with personal care, mobility, and daily living needs while promoting independence and dignity.
- Delivered active support for individuals with autism and complex needs, encouraging personal growth, skill development, and community participation.
- Administered medications and therapies in line with prescribed protocols, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
- Enhanced client wellbeing by facilitating household tasks, hobbies, outings, and holidays, fostering both physical and mental health.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment through effective assistance with domestic duties and care routines.
Support Worker
SHINING STAR SUPPORT SERVICES
Victoria
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Monitored and supported clients’ daily routines, including bathing, feeding, and personal care, while promoting independence and dignity.
- Administered medications and followed therapeutic approaches to support clients’ health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated safe community access, including school pick-ups, appointment transport, and participation in social activities.
- Prepared meals and assisted with household tasks to maintain a supportive and comfortable environment.
- Completed accurate documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and daily reports, in compliance with policies and procedures.
- Responded to incidents of client absconding, ensuring immediate safety and following all protocols.
Quality Control Officer
Sidom Pharmaceutical
Enugu, Enugu State
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Conducted routine inspections of pharmaceutical products for quality compliance.
- Documented and reported discrepancies in product quality to management.
- Collaborated with production teams to maintain quality standards during manufacturing.
- Performed equipment calibration and maintenance to ensure accuracy in testing.
- Monitored laboratory conditions to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Ensured quality standards were met for all products produced by the company.
- Trained personnel on proper use of inspection equipment, sampling plans, statistical process control charts.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality and developed corrective action plans as needed.
Pathology Internship
CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA STAFF CLINIC
FCT Abuja, Nigeria
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted with specimen collection, preparation, and processing while adhering to strict safety and quality protocols.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment and supported routine and specialized diagnostic tests.
- Recorded accurate lab data and participated in quality control to ensure reliable test results.
- Gained hands-on experience in diagnostic procedures and contributed to a safe, organized lab environment.
Education
Certificate III - Individual Support
Leadership Institute Australia
Melbourne , VIC 11.2025 - 04.2026
Master of Science - Project Management
Australian Institute of Higher Education
Melbourne, VIC 06.2023 - 10.2025
Certificate IV - Child, Youth And Family Intervention
National Career Institute
Melbourne, VIC 02.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology And Biochemistry
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
Enugu, Enugu State 08.2014 - 10.2018
Skills
- Maintaining safety
- Project management
- Behaviour management
- Quality control
- Data documentation
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene support
- Trauma-informed care
- De escalation tactics
- Career development
References
PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Certificate III - Individual Support
Leadership Institute Australia
11.2025 - 04.2026
Child and Youth Support Worker
ONEDOORWAY
10.2023 - 02.2026
Disability Support Worker
LIFE-CENTRED SERVICES
08.2023 - 07.2025
Master of Science - Project Management
Australian Institute of Higher Education
06.2023 - 10.2025
Certificate IV - Child, Youth And Family Intervention
National Career Institute
02.2021 - 08.2022
Support Worker
SHINING STAR SUPPORT SERVICES
01.2021 - 01.2023
Quality Control Officer
Sidom Pharmaceutical
01.2018 - 09.2022
Pathology Internship
CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA STAFF CLINIC
07.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology And Biochemistry
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
08.2014 - 10.2018