MARIA SAHYOUN

Personable and compassionate with deep understanding of therapeutic power of music and its benefits for mental and emotional well-being. Knowledge of music therapy techniques and proficiency in creating personalized treatment plans to address clients' unique needs. Committed to fostering positive change and improving clients' quality of life through therapeutic musical interventions.

Nursing Home Volunteer: 

• Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly residents through friendly conversations, active listening, and social engagement.
• Organised and led recreational activities, including live music performances (singing), to promote wellbeing and reduce isolation.
• Assisted with day-to-day support tasks under staff guidance, helping to maintain a warm and welcoming environment for all residents.
• Encouraged participation in group activities to foster a sense of community, connection, and joy among older adults.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity when supporting residents with varying levels of cognitive and physical ability.
• Worked collaboratively with nursing home staff to meet the social and emotional needs of residents in a respectful and dignified manner.

Holroyd School Merrylands:

• Helped prepare and organise instructional materials, including visual aids and adapted learning resources.
• Performed general school support tasks: answered phones, took messages, filed student work, and maintained accurate records to support staff.
• Contributed to maintaining a clean, calm, and organised learning space, ready for student use and classroom activities.
• Supported students with disabilities aged 5–18 in a special education setting, promoting learning, communication, and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans, keeping students on track with their individual goals.
• Assisted with classroom engagement by preparing materials, setting up activities, and encouraging participation in learning and creative tasks.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and person-centred values consistent with community and disability support work

Church Cleaning at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church:

• Contributed to the upkeep of a community worship space by assisting with regular cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Vacuumed carpets, cleaned restrooms, and washed windows to help maintain a welcoming, safe, and hygienic environment for parishioners.
• Supported church grounds maintenance, including tidying outdoor spaces to ensure accessibility and safety for all visitors.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and community spirit by consistently fulfilling responsibilities during weekend shifts.
• Volunteered as part of a team, showing respect for shared spaces and commitment to serving the local faith-based community.

• First Aid
• WWCC
• Police Check
• NDIS Screening Check
• CPR
• Child Protection Awareness Training