Lauren Nair
Woy Woy,NSW
Summary
I am a passionate and emerging counsellor currently working towards a Diploma in Counselling with a specialised focus in animal assisted interventions . My asset lies in my knowledge of new and emerging theoretical trends and expertise in child development, education, and therapeutic techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine Connections Volunteer
Salvation Army
Dooralong, NSW
05.2024 - Current
- Supported children (10-12 years) with diagnosed mental health illnesses or adults recovering from alcohol and other drug addictions build social and emotional skills through the engagement with horses e.g self-awareness, confidence, self-esteem, leadership, teamwork and emotional regulation.
Diploma Educator and Room Leader (2-3 Year Olds)
Explore and Develop
Umina, NSW
04.2023 - Current
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful learning environment.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviours.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
- Work in a trauma-informed and person-centred way when interacting with children and their families.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
- Monitored children at risk of abuse and/or neglect, and put in place regular wellness checks used for the purposes of mandatory reporting.
- Used the Mandatory Reporter Guide to determine whether to report concerns regarding possible abuse or neglect of children.
- Lodged Mandatory Reports.
Certificate Three Educator (0-4 Years)
Footprints Early Learning Centre
Erina, NSW
06.2022 - 03.2023
- As above
Certificate Three Educator (0-5 Years)
Narnia Young Parents
Wyong, NSW
02.2021 - 06.2022
- As above
Certificate Three Educator/Trainee (0-5 Years)
Narnia Christian Preschool
Gosford, NSW
01.2019 - 01.2021
- As above
Education
Diploma - Counselling
Equine Assisted Therapy Australia
Galston11-2025
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
International Childcare College
Broadmeadow, NSW11-2023
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care and Education
International College of Childcare
Broadmeadow, NSW08-2020
High School Diploma -
St Philip's Christian College
Gosford, NSW09-2018
Skills
- Parent communication
- Family collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
- Record keeping
- Emotional regulation
- Behavior management
- Empathy and patience
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Equine Connections Volunteer
Salvation Army
05.2024 - Current
Diploma Educator and Room Leader (2-3 Year Olds)
Explore and Develop
04.2023 - Current
Certificate Three Educator (0-4 Years)
Footprints Early Learning Centre
06.2022 - 03.2023
Certificate Three Educator (0-5 Years)
Narnia Young Parents
02.2021 - 06.2022
Certificate Three Educator/Trainee (0-5 Years)
Narnia Christian Preschool
01.2019 - 01.2021
Diploma - Counselling
Equine Assisted Therapy Australia
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
International Childcare College
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care and Education
International College of Childcare
High School Diploma -
St Philip's Christian College
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