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Jonathan Nanai

Jonathan Nanai

Bundamba,Australia

Summary

I’m an enthusiastic and compassionate professional with a decade of experience supporting children in educational and residential care settings. I’ve assisted with daily routines, learning needs, setting up goals and aspirations, and collaborated with stakeholders and parents to create effective solutions. My expertise spans diverse ethnic backgrounds, fostering meaningful connections and mentoring young people. I’m passionate about helping young people achieve their goals and currently seeking a challenging role to apply my skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Youth Worker

All Care of Australia
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversee and mentor young people, ensuring their well-being and aiding them with their personal and social development
  • Serve as a role model by displaying positive behaviour and attitudes to help achieve treatment goals
  • Implement plans with young people and focus on behaviour management skills
  • Collaborate with Stakeholders and programme teams to provide holistic support
  • Ensure compliance with licencing standards, policies, and practices
  • Able understand and apply trauma-informed treatment approaches for young people in care.
  • Participated in regular supervision meetings with supervisors to discuss current cases and receive feedback on performance.
  • Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
  • Assisted in developing behavior modification programs tailored towards each resident's needs.

Youth Coordinator Worker

Te Puna Hauora Organization (New Zealand)
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Collaborate closely with students, teachers, parents, guidance counsellors, administrative officers, and welfare organisations
  • Building good relationships throughout the school community is crucial
  • Monitoring attendance trends can help identify pupils having challenges early
  • Engaging with families of students who struggle with consistent attendance and challenging behaviour to prevent concerns from escalating
  • Identify and assist students experiencing difficulties at school or home to prevent premature school leaving
  • Maintain accurate records, including spreadsheets and databases
  • Contribute to a positive school image in the community
  • Advise the Principal about students at risk
  • Linking up with key stakeholders to assist young people with their journey in school.
  • Tracked progress of individual participants in order to identify areas needing improvement or additional support.
  • Developed partnerships with other organizations working towards similar goals involving youth development initiatives.

Teacher Aide

Rangeview Intermediate (New Zealand)
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supporting the Learning Environment: Help teachers prepare classes, particularly in fundamental maths and literacy
  • During instructional sessions, I will work closely with students
  • Motivating and inspiring students: Assist children who are having problems participating in education
  • Encourage their engagement and excitement for learning
  • Managing Behavioural Issues: Address behavioural difficulties while maintaining a positive classroom environment
  • Making School Accessible for All: Ensure that all students have access to education by providing required support
  • Coaching: I was able to coach the boy’s rugby and touch team and attend sports events with the young children.

Teacher Aide

Oaklynn Special School, New Lynn (New Zealand)
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • One-on-One or Small Group Support: Offer individualised support to students with impairments in a variety of academic disciplines and activities
  • Assist students in completing class activities
  • Additionally, Provide behavioural support by tracking progress, reviewing lesson plans, and maintaining punishment procedure
  • Supporting and offer resources and for children that are transitioning to mainstream classrooms through group activities, field trips, and social events
  • Communication and confidentiality: Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians and school personnel to discuss planning, goal setting, and progress tracking
  • Supporting the teachers programme and assist daily routines.

Reliever

Learning Steps Childcare Centre (New Zealand)
07.2014 - 12.2014
  • Supporting teaching staff
  • Working and supporting children with their daily routines
  • Developing fun activities which enable children to learn through play
  • Helping teaching staff with daily cleaning duties.

Support Worker

Mt Richmond Special School (New Zealand)
02.2012 - 12.2013
  • Supporting teaching staff
  • Assisting with student activities
  • Attending meetings to discuss plans and strategies for young children with high needs
  • Working one on one with students to achieve their goals
  • Linking up with parents and stakeholders for holistic support
  • Coaching sports for young children and assisting young people with needs to attend sports events and programmes.

Education

Diploma in Child, Youth and Family Intervention -

TAFE Queensland
01.2024

Level 1 certificate of developing and supporting positive behaviours with transformative training -

Team Teach
01.2024

P.A.C.E (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) training -

All care of Australia
01.2024

Hope and Healing Course -

All care of Australia
01.2023

National Diploma in Business/Administration -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland
01.2014

Business Administration Level 3 & 4 -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland
01.2012

P.I.L.O.T Pacific Island Leaders of Tomorrow-Student Ambassador -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland
01.2012

Achieved University Entrance (2008), Achieved NCEA Level 3 (2007), Achieved NCEA Level 2 (2005), Achieved NCEA Level 1 (2004) -

Hutt Valley High School, Wellington/ New Zealand

Skills

  • Problem Analysis
  • Relationship Building
  • Activities Planning
  • Client Relationships
  • Cultural Competency
  • Excellent Communication
  • Creativity and Innovations
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Task Prioritization
  • Goal Setting
  • Team Collaboration

References

  • Keeley Linklater, Care Coordinator, All Care of Australia, 0459-707-294
  • Gabriel Paikea, Youth Manager, Te Huri O Hau/ Te Puna Hauora, gpaikea@uriohau.co.nz
  • Patrick Standen, Care Coordinator, All Care of Australia, 0415-921-226
  • Sandy Ballard, Educator, TAFE Queensland, sandii.ballard@tafeqld.edu.au

Languages

Samoan
Professional

Timeline

Residential Youth Worker

All Care of Australia
07.2023 - Current

Youth Coordinator Worker

Te Puna Hauora Organization (New Zealand)
01.2022 - 01.2023

Teacher Aide

Rangeview Intermediate (New Zealand)
08.2020 - 01.2021

Teacher Aide

Oaklynn Special School, New Lynn (New Zealand)
08.2015 - 08.2020

Reliever

Learning Steps Childcare Centre (New Zealand)
07.2014 - 12.2014

Support Worker

Mt Richmond Special School (New Zealand)
02.2012 - 12.2013

Diploma in Child, Youth and Family Intervention -

TAFE Queensland

Level 1 certificate of developing and supporting positive behaviours with transformative training -

Team Teach

P.A.C.E (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) training -

All care of Australia

Hope and Healing Course -

All care of Australia

National Diploma in Business/Administration -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland

Business Administration Level 3 & 4 -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland

P.I.L.O.T Pacific Island Leaders of Tomorrow-Student Ambassador -

New Zealand Management Academy, Auckland

Achieved University Entrance (2008), Achieved NCEA Level 3 (2007), Achieved NCEA Level 2 (2005), Achieved NCEA Level 1 (2004) -

Hutt Valley High School, Wellington/ New Zealand

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