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Kyah Johnston

Gold Coast

Summary

I am a Professional Youth Development that is passionate about working with young people, I have a strong record of fostering positive growth and resilience in young individuals and seeing young people step into their full potential. Adept at creating and implementing safe places that support emotional, social, and educational development. Skilled in conflict resolution, mentoring, and community engagement, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing needs and have experience working with a variety of different needs from lower risk, behavioural issues, disabilities all the way to very high risk youth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychosocial Recovery Coach

NDIS
07.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided guidance to clients in recovery journey, facilitating personal goal setting and accountability.
  • Worked with clients with severe mental health disabilities.
  • Developed individualized recovery plans, incorporating client strengths and addressing specific challenges.
  • Conducted regular check-ins to assess progress, adjusting strategies to enhance client engagement and motivation.
  • Developed reports based on clients progress and worked with client to navigate through their person difficulties and achieve their goals.

Youth Disability Support Worker

NDIS
02.2023 - 01.2025
  • Supported individuals with disabilities in building daily life skills to help them enhancing independence and quality of life.
  • Developed personalized care plans to meet unique needs of clients, ensuring tailored support services.
  • Implemented behaviour management strategies, promoting positive interactions and reducing challenging behaviours.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor client progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
  • Advocated for client rights and accessibility, fostering inclusive environments within community settings.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate client needs, adjusting care approaches for optimal outcomes.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.

Youth Worker

Applied Abilities
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Developed individualized action plans to address specific needs of at-risk youth.
  • Advocated for youth interests, ensuring holistic care approaches.
  • Established trusting relationships with young people Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviours among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behaviour changes.

Restaurant Manager

Max Brenner
11.2020 - 02.2023
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.

Team Leader

Red Frogs
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Organized programs and made sure they were running to meet the projected outcome,
  • Problem solving

Youth Mentor Volunteer

City Care
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Mentored youth in personal development and goal-setting.
  • Established rapport with diverse groups of youths, understanding individual needs and adapting mentoring approach accordingly.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to mentees, fostering self-confidence and resilience.
  • Celebrated successes and milestones achieved by mentees, reinforcing their progress and motivating continued personal growth.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to develop effective mentorship programs for at-risk youth.

Missionary

Iris Ministries
01.2020 - 11.2020
  • Organized programs for disadvantaged youths. Providing them a safe place to go to and help decrease youth crime rates
  • Listened to the needs of the community and acted
    accordingly
  • Deescalated conflict with youth and provided them

support in the areas they required

Supervisor

Choux Choux Patisserie
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed and executed strategies to improve customer experience in hospitality settings.
  • Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Trained and supervised staff to provide highest level of customer service.

Education

Ministry

Bethel School of Ministry
California
05-2025

Youth Works

Open Colleges
11.2020

Professional Communication

Open Colleges
11.2020

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • High work ethic
  • Meet expectations
  • Motivated
  • Kind Hearted
  • Considerate
  • Adaptable
  • Resilient
  • Reliable
  • Leader

Certification

First Aid

Working with Childrens Check

NDIS Worker Screening

Timeline

Psychosocial Recovery Coach

NDIS
07.2023 - 01.2025

Youth Disability Support Worker

NDIS
02.2023 - 01.2025

Youth Worker

Applied Abilities
02.2023 - 07.2023

Team Leader

Red Frogs
01.2022 - 01.2023

Youth Mentor Volunteer

City Care
01.2021 - 01.2023

Restaurant Manager

Max Brenner
11.2020 - 02.2023

Missionary

Iris Ministries
01.2020 - 11.2020

Supervisor

Choux Choux Patisserie
01.2018 - 01.2019

Professional Communication

Open Colleges

Ministry

Bethel School of Ministry

Youth Works

Open Colleges
Kyah Johnston