MARIA NIVE HUNT
Summary
Seeking a fulfilling job in an industry that promotes professional and personal growth. Possessing a positive and motivated attitude, I am adaptable to any environment. Passionate about helping individuals develop skills and build confidence to achieve their personal goals, I take pride in mentoring participants and adding long-term value to their lives. Embracing challenges with a willing attitude, I strive to solve problems accurately and efficiently. Currently enrolled in a Diploma of Community Services, I am dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the field.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Support Worker
Transitioning to Work APM
Caboolture, QLD
03.2024 - Current
- Working closely with Youth Justice and Child Resident participants
- Work with people with mental health issues and on the spectrum
- Utilised creative arts therapy modalities like painting or music expression sessions allowing emotional release amongst participants
- Developed and maintained relationships with partner organisations to facilitate access to youth-related resources
- Identify and respond to young people at risk
- Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Engage respectfully with young people
- Overcoming personal, educational, employment, transport, legal barriers of young participants
- Assisting young participants to well-being/legal appointments
- Marketing young participants into employment and education to obtain sustainable employment and qualifications
- Training in Workforce Australia systems
- Managing a caseload of 60 disengaged young participants
- Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
- Work in an alcohol and drugs context
- Work with clients who are intoxicated
- Provide loss and grief support
- Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- Implement participation and engagements strategies
- Engage with community stakeholders
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs
- Reduced behavioural issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success
- Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for youth development and wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services
- Facilitated personal growth by providing constructive feedback on goals and performance improvement areas
- Served as a mentor figure offering guidance on academic pursuits, interpersonal conflicts resolution techniques
- Implemented evidence-based practices to promote emotional resilience among participants during challenging situations
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records
- Contributed to development of individualised plans to support youth goal achievement
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, resulting in additional resources and opportunities for participants.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth
Mail Officer
Australia Post
Brisbane Airport, Australia
08.2017 - 03.2024
- Preparing Mail for distribution through correct mail chain
- Dock supervisor
- Working closely under government regulations
- Working along Australia Boarder Force
- Obtaining Asics security card for Brisbane Airport access
- Operating a Forklift
- Sorting/categorizing mail by hand and operating mail machinery
- Reviewing dates, addresses, barcodes, and other postage information's for all inbound/outbound mail
- Inspecting mail to ensure no tampering, damage and suspicious contents
- Identifying damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
- Upkeeping/maintaining inventory records while following legal protocols
- Repetitive heavy lifting
- Unloading cages and merchandise from incoming vehicles (Aircrafts, trucks, etc.)
- Complying/maintaining a safe environment following WHS (walkways clear to avoid slips, falls, etc.)
- Managing records of inventory and activity logs
- Following flight schedules to ensure distribution of mail is done efficiently
- Managed high-volume periods effectively by prioritising tasks appropriately and working efficiently under pressure
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-organised work environment for optimal productivity
- Provided support during peak mailing seasons ensuring that deadlines were met consistently
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices for efficient mail handling processes
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying postage payments preventing revenue loss
- Handled sensitive materials responsibly, maintaining confidentiality and security of all correspondence
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate mail deliveries
- Assisted in developing new policies and procedures for efficient mail handling processes.
- Prepared daily reports on mail volume, processing statistics, and relevant operational updates
Mail Clerk Officer
Decipha
West End, QLD
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Working closely under government regulations
- Handling confidential documents (Death certificates, veterans certificates, birth certificates, passports, ect.)
- Count and record inventory inbound and outbound
- Data entry (dispatching, scanning, fax, computer systems)
- Ensuring quality control whilst following confidential protocols
- Maintaining hand eye coordination in a timely manner
Volunteer Member
Rosie's “Friends on the Street”
Caboolture
04.2023 - Current
- Assisting Patrons with well-being & discussing ways to support patrons
- Attending team meetings to discuss how we can engage/support patrons
- Team development including praying, intentions, reflections, sharing friendships
- Serving food and having great yarns
- Personality skills to connect with team and patrons
- Ensuring we as a team create safe environments for all patrons
- Observing dangerous activity
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Volunteer Leader
Majestic Church - Kids Ministry
Deception Bay
11.2023 - Current
- Foster a positive and collaborative team dynamic within the ministry
- Develop and implement engaging programs and activities aligned with the church's mission and vision
- Offer guidance and encouragement to individuals seeking spiritual directions
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for children by implementing safety protocols and background checks
- Working with the church leadership team to integrate children's ministry initiatives into the overall church vision
- Designing and implementing engaging lesson plans based on biblical teachings, appropriate for different age groups (toddler, preschool, primary school)
Volunteer Member
Tiare Dance Group
Deception Bay
01.2000 - 01.2023
- Engagement/participation for community activities
- Monthly meetings to discuss upcoming performances
- Teaching/learning choreography
- Coordination uniforms for members
Volunteer Member
Soup Kitchen
Deception Bay
07.2006 - 02.2007
- Coordinating activities for young children and elder patrons
- Preparing/Serving food for families
- Creating safe environments for families experiencing personal difficulties
- Ensuring WHS checklists are followed
Education
Diploma of Community Services -
Enrolled
Maroochydore, QLD02.2025
Year 12 Queensland Certificate of Education -
Clontarf Beach State High School
01.2013
Mental Health First Aid Australia -
Australia
04-2024
Working With Children Blue Card -
Queensland
Opens Queensland Drivers License -
High Risk Forklift License -
Certificate III Business -
Queensland
Skills
- Educational support
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Creativity and innovation
- Positive reinforcement
- Substance abuse awareness
- Mentoring and coaching
- Resilience building
- Conflict de-escalation
- Safety monitoring
- Behavioural interventions
- Youth supervision
- Social skill development
- Mentoring
Passions And Attributes
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Poised and Confident
- Compassionate and Supportive
- Adaptable and Resourceful
- Analytical Thinker
- Active Listener and Collaborator
- Resilient and Composed
- Ability to work autonomously
- Strong Observation
- Effective Cross-Functional
Timeline
Youth Support Worker
Transitioning to Work APM
03.2024 - Current
Volunteer Leader
Majestic Church - Kids Ministry
11.2023 - Current
Volunteer Member
Rosie's “Friends on the Street”
04.2023 - Current
Mail Officer
Australia Post
08.2017 - 03.2024
Mail Clerk Officer
Decipha
01.2017 - 08.2017
Volunteer Member
Soup Kitchen
07.2006 - 02.2007
Volunteer Member
Tiare Dance Group
01.2000 - 01.2023
High Risk Forklift License -
Diploma of Community Services -
Enrolled
Year 12 Queensland Certificate of Education -
Clontarf Beach State High School
Mental Health First Aid Australia -
Australia
Working With Children Blue Card -
Queensland
Opens Queensland Drivers License -
Certificate III Business -
Queensland