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Karen Christopher

Mansfield,VIC

Summary

A highly motivated employee with a strong focus on supporting people with their physical/mental health and wellbeing. I enjoy new challenges and the personal growth that comes with them. I value a strong work ethic, I'm adaptable and possess exceptional interpersonal and time management skills. I'm adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Trainer / Wellbeing Coach

Self - Employed
Mansfield, Vic
08.2012 - Current
  • Develop personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
  • Educate clients about the benefits of regular exercise, healthy eating and sleeping habits to support their physical and mental health.
  • Assist clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
  • Study multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness development to clients.
  • Encourage clients to take part in activities outside the gym to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
  • Create inviting fitness spaces that welcome and include people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
  • Listen to clients and offer support for their physical and emotional well being

Exercise Coordinator

Mansfield District Hospital
Mansfield, Vic
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Responsible for the entire set up and running of the current 'Movement Hub' facility at Buckland Centre, Mansfield including;
  • Establishing community needs for exercise classes to aid senior's mobility, strength, fitness, and social health.
  • Write, instruct, and continue to periodize multiple exercise classes for continued physical and mental health improvement.
  • All marketing of the 'Movement Hub'.
  • Purchasing equipment.
  • Liaise with Primary Care Clinicians for optimal outcomes for clients.
  • Data entry; detailed client notes.
  • Design payment systems.

Residential Care Support Worker

Mansfield Autism Statewide Services
Mansfield, Vic
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Developed relationships with clients by providing companionship, understanding and empathy.
  • Encouraged independence within safe boundaries while promoting choice and dignity at all times.
  • Reported any changes in a client's condition or behaviour promptly to relevant personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records of client's medical histories, treatments and progress reports.
  • Offered practical advice on how to manage health conditions and assisted with medication administration.
  • Supported vulnerable individuals with communication difficulties, learning disabilities or mental health issues.
  • Organised outings for groups of service users according to their interests or abilities.
  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures relating to confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection.
  • Organised social activities for clients to help them remain socially engaged.
  • Participated in team meetings where strategies were discussed regarding current caseloads.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.

Owner / Operator Fitness Studio

Self Employed
Mansfield, Vic
08.2012 - 06.2021
  • Set up and operated my highly successful Fitness Studio business offering;
  • Personal training & Group fitness classes.
  • Special events to promote health and wellness.
  • Coached, trained and mentored 4 employees to become Group Fitness Instructors / Personal Trainers.
  • Created a unique fitness community that supported clients in their physical, mental and social health.

Education

Support Worker - Disablity

Mansfield Autism Statewide Services
Mansfield
10-2021

Club Trainer Instructor Certification - Health And Physical Fitness

MOSSA
Sydney, NSW
09-2012

Cert 111 & 1V in Fitness & Master Trainer - Health and Physical Fitness

Australian Institute Of Fitness
Melbourne
08-2012

High School Diploma -

Mansfield High School
Mansfield
12-1988

Skills

  • Health and Wellness
  • Motivational
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Member Support
  • Exercise Program Design
  • Client Coaching
  • Client Engagement
  • Active Listening

Referees

  • Tracy Rekers: Personal Assistant to CEO Mansfield District Hospital, 5775 8805 e: tracy.rekers@mdh.org.au
  • Cassandra Pentony

Affiliations

  • Bookclub / Reading / Walking / Hiking / Travel

Timeline

Exercise Coordinator

Mansfield District Hospital
11.2022 - 03.2024

Residential Care Support Worker

Mansfield Autism Statewide Services
10.2021 - 04.2023

Personal Trainer / Wellbeing Coach

Self - Employed
08.2012 - Current

Owner / Operator Fitness Studio

Self Employed
08.2012 - 06.2021

Support Worker - Disablity

Mansfield Autism Statewide Services

Club Trainer Instructor Certification - Health And Physical Fitness

MOSSA

Cert 111 & 1V in Fitness & Master Trainer - Health and Physical Fitness

Australian Institute Of Fitness

High School Diploma -

Mansfield High School

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