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Mahida Shoaib

PAKENHAM,Victoria

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic Health Sciences student at Monash University with a strong foundation in health promotion principles and a proven track record in community engagement and collaboration through extensive volunteer work. Seeking the Health Promotion Officer position at Banyule Community Health to apply my knowledge, interpersonal skills, and passion for community well-being, gathered from actively engaging with diverse communities in meaningful ways.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
01.2022 - Current
  • Participated in monthly tree-planting initiatives aimed at environmental sustainability.
  • Coordinated volunteers and logistics for planting events.
  • Actively engaged with the community to promote environmental awareness.
  • Assisted with fundraising activities.

Volunteer

Hutt St Centre
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with shelter staff to develop and implement health education workshops for residents.
  • Conducted one-on-one counselling sessions on nutrition and preventive health measures.
  • Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
  • Assisted in organizing fundraising events to support the shelter's initiatives.
  • Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.

Volunteer

Vinnies Men's Crisis Centre
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.

Volunteer

Foodbank Food Hub Woodville
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create efficient sorting and distribution processes.
  • Evaluated food donation quality according to organization's safety standards.
  • Served food to community members at pantry based on preferences, nutritional recommendations and needs.
  • Sorted, stocked and organized shelves with food for easy access by other volunteers.
  • Coordinated food distribution efforts and ensured equitable access for clients.
  • Assisted in collecting and managing data on food distribution for analysis.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of food security issues.


Volunteer

Galway Clinic
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Aided healthcare professionals in patient intake and appointment scheduling.
  • Educated patients on preventive health measures and available community resources.
  • Collaborated with clinic staff to organize health education sessions for patients.
  • Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
  • Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
  • Scheduled patients for appointments and maintained master calendar.

Education

Bachelor of Health Sciences - Public Health

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
2027

Tertiary Preparation Program - Tertiary Preparation

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
03.2023

High School Diploma -

Mitcham Girls High School
Kingswood, SA
11.2022

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Community Engagement
  • Program Development
  • Collaboration
  • Community Outreach
  • Event Planning
  • Health Education
  • Public Speaking

Languages

Urdu
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional

Timeline

Volunteer

Foodbank Food Hub Woodville
06.2022 - 09.2022

Volunteer

Hutt St Centre
03.2022 - 11.2022

Volunteer

Galway Clinic
02.2022 - 06.2022

Volunteer

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
01.2022 - Current

Volunteer

Vinnies Men's Crisis Centre
01.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Health Sciences - Public Health

Monash University

Tertiary Preparation Program - Tertiary Preparation

La Trobe University

High School Diploma -

Mitcham Girls High School
Mahida Shoaib