James Knight
West Melbourne
Summary
Well-qualified Training Specialist adept at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Now Retired
Retired From Working
01.2020 - Current
Educator/Youth Skills Trainer
Melbourne City Mission
07.2011 - 09.2020
- Set positive example for Young People
- Engaged /taught Young People in all aspects of Living Skills
- Documented progress on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records ,for Young People
- Liaised with other Agencies to coordinate activities and resolve any issues or concerns.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Analyzed and evaluated effective program outcomes.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Facilitated, supported and executed programs for Young People
Disability Support Worker
Marrillac House
01.2003 - 12.2010
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Youth Worker / Counsellor
Darebin Youth Services
01.2001 - 12.2003
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
- Developed and maintained relationships with partner organizations to facilitate access to youth-related resources.
- Developed and implemented range of lessons and resources to motivate young people.
- Developed and delivered educational workshops to support youth in understanding and navigating real-world experiences.
- Facilitated youth development and leadership programs for young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers and professionals to drive youth program outcomes.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
- Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
- Implemented and developed programs to address poverty and inequality.
- Administered and tracked client service payments.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues
Education
No Degree - Youth Services/Disability Support
Preston Tafe College
Preston, VIC12.2001
Skills
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Team Leadership
- Management Skills
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Excellent listening skills
- Social Skills
- Role Modelling
- Social Integration
- Food Safety
- Group Assistance
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Complaint Resolution
- Equipment Maintenance
- General Housekeeping
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Client Requirements
- Relationship Management
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Continuous Development
- Workplace Safety
- Special Requests
- Mission Understanding
- Operational Efficiency
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Employee Engagement
- Assessment Skills
- Mentorship and Training
- Food Allergies
- Behaviour Modification
- Social Services Support
- In-Depth Research
- Orientation Procedures
- Referral Coordination
- Team-Building Activities
- Safe Work Practices
- Program Performance Assessment
- Resource Coordination
- Food Assembly
- Individualized Instructions
- Mentorship
- Training
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Now Retired
Retired From Working
01.2020 - Current
Educator/Youth Skills Trainer
Melbourne City Mission
07.2011 - 09.2020
Disability Support Worker
Marrillac House
01.2003 - 12.2010
Youth Worker / Counsellor
Darebin Youth Services
01.2001 - 12.2003
No Degree - Youth Services/Disability Support
Preston Tafe College
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