Lenard Warren
Sout Ripley,QLD
Summary
I am a reliable and committed worker. I possess excellent communication skills and experience within the industry. I am a highly dependable, organized, and independent worker who can lead teams by effectively coordinating and delegating tasks to accomplish tasks with quality and timeliness. I proudly identify as Aboriginal person from the Quandamooka (Nughi) and Kaanju tribes. I am passionate about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and our culture.
Section Leader experienced in establishing and enhancing production initiatives to achieve performance objectives. Well-versed in establishing work priorities to support personnel duties and tasks to promote quality service. Monitors cost-effectiveness and develops countermeasures and process improvement activities to train workers and enhance productivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SECTION SUPERVISOR
Brisbane Youth Detention Centre
01.2019 - Current
- Set daily expectations that provide coordinated structure by effectively communicating clear and concise instructions to staff and young people while maintaining cultural sensitivity to instill optimism and positivity
- Empower staff to role model positive behavior that encourages young people to have proactive engagement in educational, recreational, and cultural programs that ultimately support progressive reintegration
- Liaise with a large multidisciplinary team such as the Executive Team, Suicide Risk Assessment Team, Behavioral Support Team, Caseworkers, Queensland Health, Education Queensland, Cultural Unit, Elders and Communities to holistically develop support plans and strategies that help rehabilitate and reintegrate young people effectively
- Data entry using industry compliant software to manage the separation of young people, searches, audits, head counts and other daily activities
- Ensure young people have adequate resources for day-to-day activities and self-care
- Implement effective safety and security measures for staff to work collectively and maintain safe workspaces
- Facilitate appropriate cultural activities within section to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people understand their cultural identity and maintain cultural protocols that are accustomed to Indigenous people
- (Yarning circles, men’s, and women’s business, etc.)
- Comply with all policy and procedure demands to ensure compliance with laws and regulations while simplifying processes so staff can fulfil their obligations with excellence
- Facilitate mediation for restorative practices and conflict resolution which has been conducted through conventional processes and Indigenous practice for cultural appropriation
YOUTH WORKER
Brisbane Youth Detention Centre
01.2019 - Current
- Work collaboratively in a large multidisciplinary team to maintain the safety and security of young people and the detention centre
- Provide daily structure for young people while in detention
- Facilitate programs and help mentor young people to change their mindset while in detention to achieve self-determination, self-worth, and self-advocacy
- Support behavioural plans and services for young people for effective reintegration back into the community
STEEL FIXER/ CARPENTER
Mitcon (Amberley RAAF base)
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided support to other trades services
- Complete tasks as instructed by the Supervisor in a safe and timely manner
- Reading and following on construction plans
- Coordinating with supervisor to ensure daily tasks are met
MARINE PARKS OO3 INDIGENOUS RANGER
Queensland Parks and Wildlife
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Building/ Maintaining QPWS infrastructure
- Indigenous engagement
- Compliance enforcing Great Barrier Reef Marine Park State and Commonwealth Acts and Legislation
- Communicating with stakeholders
- Public education
- Delivering capital works projects to set budgets
- Running team safety meetings
Education
Woree State High School
Cairns, QLD12.2000
Skills
- Cultural Knowledge
- Community Engagement
- Effective Communication
- Strategy Development
- Talent Management
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Leadership
Hobbies and Interests
Touch, Fishing, Reading
Timeline
SECTION SUPERVISOR
Brisbane Youth Detention Centre
01.2019 - Current
YOUTH WORKER
Brisbane Youth Detention Centre
01.2019 - Current
STEEL FIXER/ CARPENTER
Mitcon (Amberley RAAF base)
12.2018 - 05.2019
MARINE PARKS OO3 INDIGENOUS RANGER
Queensland Parks and Wildlife
11.2015 - 02.2017
Woree State High School
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