Jemimah Liuia
Bethania Junction,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Youth Worker with a Certificate IV in Youth Work and hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people across education, residential care, and community settings. Proven ability to build trusting relationships, manage challenging behaviours, and provide strengths-based, trauma-informed support. Passionate about empowering individuals experiencing homelessness and supporting them to achieve stability, wellbeing, and independence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support Officer/Youth Support Worker
Arethusa College
Forest Lake
01.2025 - Current
- Empowered students by fostering a growth mindset approach to learning, instilling confidence in their ability to overcome academic challenges and reach their full potential.
- Liaised special education department members proactively address/resolve any arising concerns related student accommodation modifications.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity by advocating for individual student needs and addressing diverse learning styles in lesson planning and support strategies.
- Streamlined communication between parents, students, and educators through regular updates and meetings.
Residential Youth Worker
Dynamic Community Care
Redbank, QLD
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining accurate records of all medications dispensed.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Teacher Aide
Logan City Special School
Logan Central
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Certificate IV in Youth Work
Strategix
Online 07-2024
Skills
- Special education support
- Strong organization
- Strong work ethic
- Relationship building
- Flexible schedule
- Documentation skills
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Education Support Officer/Youth Support Worker
Arethusa College
01.2025 - Current
Residential Youth Worker
Dynamic Community Care
06.2023 - 12.2024
Teacher Aide
Logan City Special School
01.2021 - 06.2023
Certificate IV in Youth Work
Strategix