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Iris Herbert

Mount Evelyn,VIC

Summary

A passionate church volunteer and Bible college student seeking a role that fulfils a calling to help young people connect with Jesus and assist them through their discipleship journey. Broad experience gained through various volunteer roles in both church and non-profit organizations, with a desire to learn and grow.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Admin and Social Media Promoter (Volunteer)

Kids of Gold Camps
06.2024 - Current
  • Design flyers, brochures and social media posts to promote the upcoming October camp across multiple platforms.
  • Reach out to local school chaplains and well-being coordinators to recommend the camp to children who need help with self-esteem and confidence.
  • Follow up with families about completing camp applications and adding the relevant information to the database.

Kids Ministry Admin (Volunteer)

Discovery Church
01.2024 - Current
  • Create Scripture lessons that are age-appropriate and engaging for the Toddler and Kinder rooms.
  • Design simple, age-accessible crafts that connect with the Scripture lessons.
  • Roster the volunteer leaders for that week's services and email them the Scripture lesson to prepare for Sunday.

Community Meal Server (Volunteer)

Foodstop
07.2023 - Current
  • Prepare, serve and clean up after the weekly evening meals for approx. 40 participants.
  • Ensure that all participants and volunteers feel safe and comfortable, occasionally needing to resolve conflicts through de-escalation and calm reassurance.
  • Co-lead a Bible study of around 15 members after the meal, where participants can learn about God's love for them and how they can have a relationship with Him.

Junior Youth Leader (Volunteer)

Discovery Church
04.2023 - Current
  • Create a fun and safe environment for all kids and teenagers to feel loved and have a sense of belonging.
  • Teach age-appropriate Scripture lessons and lead a small group to discuss observations about the Scriptures further.
  • Be a role-model Christian for the teenagers to look up to, including modelling prayer, worship and how to treat others.

Intern (Community Outreach)

Discovery Church
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Learn about ministry work through experiencing a variety of areas throughout the church.
  • Attend a regular chapel meeting to discuss a book about practising spiritual disciplines.
  • Volunteer at some of the different local community outreach initiatives supported by the church.

Education

Diploma - Ministry

Australian College of Ministries
Online
11.2024

High School/VCE -

Mount Evelyn Christian School - MECS
Montrose, VIC
2018

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Role Modelling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict Management
  • Empathy
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Desire to Learn
  • Creativity
  • Lesson Planning
  • Activity Planning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Community Service

Certification

  • CPR Training - 2024
  • First Aid Training - 2023
  • Mental Health First Aid Training - 2023
  • Safe Church Awareness Training - 2023

Timeline

Admin and Social Media Promoter (Volunteer)

Kids of Gold Camps
06.2024 - Current

Kids Ministry Admin (Volunteer)

Discovery Church
01.2024 - Current

Community Meal Server (Volunteer)

Foodstop
07.2023 - Current

Junior Youth Leader (Volunteer)

Discovery Church
04.2023 - Current

Intern (Community Outreach)

Discovery Church
02.2023 - 12.2023

Diploma - Ministry

Australian College of Ministries

High School/VCE -

Mount Evelyn Christian School - MECS
Iris Herbert