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Leland A. Johnson

Perth,WA

Summary

Analytical, efficient, well-mannered young man keen on exploring new opportunities. My experience studying psychology and working in the disability sector has given me an instinct for critical thinking and problem solving as well as a love for helping people. I take pride in working hard and learning new things and look forward to proving myself to be an asset in any new opportunity presented.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Cam Can
01.2022 - Current
  • After deciding to shift my studies towards the more challenging and rewarding pathway of a Bachelor of Psychology at Curtin University, I also decided to take the first step in an adjacent career pathway by becoming a disability support worker at Cam Can. I currently assist members with mental and/or physical disabilities, helping them strive to reach their goals as well as live a happy and healthy life. This role requires an array of skills including patience, understanding, autonomy, problem solving, and relationship building.

Part-time Position

West Coast Spas/Saunas
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • During my studies at TAFE I held a part time position at West Coast Spas/Saunas in Joondalup, WA. This position was an all-rounder type role, with duties ranging from unloading containers and installing our products in customer’s homes, to data entry and customer troubleshooting. This role required quick learning and understanding of all the products and their differences to succeed, a task I relished in.

Carpentry

TAFE
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • While studying carpentry at TAFE I accumulated 400+ hours of work placement in the industry. Working hard to complete many projects from roofing to bathroom and kitchen renovations using a multitude of tools and building skills.

All Rounder

Banrock Station Vineyard
01.2018 - 02.2020
  • During time spent as a backpacker in Australia, my primary employer has been Banrock Station Vineyard in South Australia where I spent two harvest seasons operating machinery assisting with harvesting, as well as various tasks before and after the harvest including irrigation repairs, fencing repairs, and raising baby vines.

Maintenance Technician

Pinnacle International Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • As a Maintenance Technician my duties included: Minor fixes/repairs around the hotel, attending to the pool system and chemicals, painting, minor electrical/plumbing work, clearing ice/snow, appliance repair, etc., providing an extraordinary customer experience while working autonomously on various tasks.

Houseman

Whistler Premier Property Management
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Houseman; duties included: Driving employees/supplies to and from our 13 surrounding properties, stocking/ordering of linen and supplies, promptly attending to guest requests, removing snow/ice from walkways and parking area, maintaining cleanliness of lobby and employee area, upkeep of company vehicle, assisting maintenance technicians with repairs, providing overall memorable customer service. Adapting to new, unforeseen tasks that would arise daily.

Education

Bachelor’s (Hons) - Psychology

Curtin University
01.2025

Diploma - Health Sciences

Curtin College
01.2022

Cert III - Carpentry and Joinery

North Metropolitan TAFE
01.2021

High school -

James Bowie High School
Austin, Texas
01.2012

Skills

  • Very polite and calm-mannered, easy going, open minded with a positive attitude, embracing of change and new methods, love engaging in conversation either to teach, learn, or entertain
  • Quick problem solver, proactive and goal oriented Placing high value in initiative and efficiency Eager to learn new things, take on new challenges, and expand my knowledge
  • Task oriented, attentive, and able to smooth troubled waters Happy to assist others with their goals while striving for team and individual goals through a clear, calm, and direct communicative style
  • Able to analyze, process, and implement more efficient methods to improve productivity and accuracy while maintaining a high ethical standard
  • Proficient in SPSS, R, NVivo, all Microsoft applications, and an array of quantitative and qualitative research methods, methodologies, designs, as well as framework and theory application

Certification

  • Dual Disability Certificate Holder (2024)
  • LGBTIA+ Certificate Holder - Level One (2024)
  • Four time Letter of Commendation Recipient from Curtin University (2022-2024)
  • Curtin School of Allied Health Unit Achievement Award - Sport and Exercise Psychology (2023)


VISA STATUS

Student Visa – Subclass 500 (Expiry date: March 2026, with opportunity to extend.)

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Cam Can
01.2022 - Current

Part-time Position

West Coast Spas/Saunas
01.2021 - 01.2022

Carpentry

TAFE
01.2021 - 01.2022

All Rounder

Banrock Station Vineyard
01.2018 - 02.2020

Maintenance Technician

Pinnacle International Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2018

Houseman

Whistler Premier Property Management
01.2013 - 01.2014

Bachelor’s (Hons) - Psychology

Curtin University

Diploma - Health Sciences

Curtin College

Cert III - Carpentry and Joinery

North Metropolitan TAFE

High school -

James Bowie High School

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