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Karen Raharuhi

Summary

I pride myself in being hardworking, organisied, dependable and successful at managing multiple tasks with a positive can do attitude. I am reliable and motivated around health and safety and adhere to creating a clean and friendly environment for both work colleagues and patience. I am dedicated to providing quality connections to customers and to stay on top of expected demands.

I am very family-orientated and know what it takes to care for all ages and ethnicities and show a huge amount of empathy. I have demonstrated exceptional cleanliness skills in all my professions and understand the importance of this when it comes to health and safety and hygiene in the work place.

My age, life experiences and general love for people makes me the perfect advocate to be working in a field that supports this and will continue to maintain and seek further grow in this professional that I am so passionate about.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support Worker

Bolton Clarke
04.2021 - Current
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Proactively identified areas for improvement within the organization and contributed ideas towards enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
  • Assisted clients in accessing available resources such as housing options, financial supports, and healthcare services.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.

Kitchen Hand

Aveo Aged Care
11.2017 - 04.2021
  • Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
  • Interacting with the elderly and serving the tables.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.

Owner / Operator

Plume On Pinnacle
01.2015 - 04.2021
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
  • Maintained consistent work levels by establishing large customer base and continuous pipeline of deliveries.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Developed long-term strategic goals for the business based on market trends analysis.

Hairdresser

Self Employed
03.1983 - 01.2015
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Utilized latest techniques in balayage, ombre, highlights and colour correction.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering strictly to sanitation guidelines set forth by state regulations and salon policies.
  • Consistently met performance targets set forth by the salon management while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.
  • Mentored junior stylists, sharing expertise in advanced cutting, colouring, and styling methods.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.

Apprentice Hairdresser

Dolls
02.1979 - 03.1983
  • Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
  • Handling basic tasks such as restocking supplies.
  • Completed basic styles for regular customers by using strong blow-drying and curling abilities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Strathmore Park College
Wellington, NZ

Hair Dressing - Hairstyling

School of Hairdressing
Wellington

Skills

  • Sanitization Protocols
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Cooking Equipment Maintenance
  • Workplace Health and Safety
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Service Quality
  • Workflow Efficiency
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Life Skills Development
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Daily living support
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Daily living assistance
  • Time Management

Certification

  • First Aid Training
  • CPR

Timeline

Support Worker

Bolton Clarke
04.2021 - Current

Kitchen Hand

Aveo Aged Care
11.2017 - 04.2021

Owner / Operator

Plume On Pinnacle
01.2015 - 04.2021

Hairdresser

Self Employed
03.1983 - 01.2015

Apprentice Hairdresser

Dolls
02.1979 - 03.1983

High School Diploma -

Strathmore Park College

Hair Dressing - Hairstyling

School of Hairdressing

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