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Joshua Mills
Belmont,VIC
Summary
Seeking a position as an Education Support Officer, drawing on extensive experience working with children and teenagers through both volunteer and employed roles to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Instructor
Camp Wilkin
01.2021 - Current
- Led and facilitated diverse outdoor activities including high ropes, archery, and team-building exercises, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for participants of all ages.
- Supervised and supported campers, fostering a positive and inclusive culture that encouraged personal growth and collaboration.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate daily schedules, manage meal setups, and execute evening programs, ensuring seamless camp operations and memorable experiences.
Youth Worker
OneHope Baptist Church
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided key emotional support to youth.
- Developed and implemented range of lessons and resources to motivate young people.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
- Collaborated with parents to support youth outcomes.
Disability Support Worker
Access Your Supports
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Kept accurate records for client files
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Worked with children and parents to monitor participant growth.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
Education
Cert IV - Youth Work
Open Colleges Australia
Online01-2026
Undergraduate Certificate - Ministry
University of Divinity
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
Certificate IV - Outdoor Leadership
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC12-2021
Intermediate VCAL -
SEDA
Geelong, VIC10-2018
Skills
Youth mentoring
- Verbal communication
- Mental health awareness
- Resource referral
- Peer support
- Boundary setting
- Client confidentiality
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- First aid and CPR
- Life skills training
Interests
Timeline
Youth Worker
OneHope Baptist Church
04.2022 - 03.2024
Disability Support Worker
Access Your Supports
02.2022 - 06.2022
Camp Instructor
Camp Wilkin
01.2021 - Current
Cert IV - Youth Work
Open Colleges Australia
Undergraduate Certificate - Ministry
University of Divinity
Certificate IV - Outdoor Leadership
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Intermediate VCAL -
SEDA
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