Marie Laetitia Cunden
Gulliver,QLD
Summary
Attentive professional offering 11 years of experience caring for children of different age groups within the Early Childhood Sector and case managing on a full-time basis for the last 2 years in the Ongoing Intervention team at the Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs, Townsville West and Charters Towers CSSC. Effectively supported growth, development and opportunities in young children through immersive activities, knowledge, educational assistance and therapeutic services. Well-versed in childhood development patterns and developmental strategies. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, organizational skills and team work. Good understanding of laws, regulations and framework. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in community services. Proven great case-management skills whilst working with for the Queensland Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Safety Officer
DCYJMA
Thuringowa Central, QLD
08.2021 - Current
- Deliver accountable and collaborative integrated child protection services that respect culture and context of each child, young person, family and community in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, statutory responsibilities, and child protection practice framework.
- As part of a multi-disciplinary team (which may include representation from other agencies), undertake high quality strengths-based child protection practice including assessment, intervention, casework and case management.
- Participate and contribute productively as a team member to form culturally appropriate, professional working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, including children, young people and families, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), and other service provider.
- Foster culture and philosophy of quality frontline service delivery based on collaboration, cooperation, commitment to excellence and professional ethics.
- Maintain quality case records in accordance with departmental case management requirements.
- Participate and contribute to culture of continuous learning, training and professional development, to ensure practice knowledge and skills are contemporary and evidence based.
- Draw on demonstrated provisional expertise in one or more disciplinary areas in order to undertake more complex and/or demanding workloads and/or provide coaching, advice and support to less experienced Child Safety Officers.
- Work within the Framework for Practice (values, principles, practice tools, processes and core skills) providing a lens through which to view and guide professional practice within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Understand the theoretical perspectives that relate to child protection practice, including the impacts of historical and contemporary policy and practices upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Use investigative and analytical skills to ensure that quality casework decisions are made and based on sound evidence, particularly when there are competing opinions, rights and emotions.
- Build and sustain positive relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver integrated services for children, young people, their families and the community.
- Worked across multiple teams within the Ongoing Intervention title while also carrying different workloads and being allocated multiple cases. Teams are as followed: Ongoing Intervention and IPA, Ongoing Intervention and High-Risk Team
OSHC Coordinator
Helping Hands Network
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Planning and implementation of activities
- Planning of rosters while ensuring ratio is always covered
- Developing a healthy menu
- Ensuring children’s health and safety
- Contributing to QIP/ SAT
- Experience dealing with stakeholders, building relationships & ensuring positive interactions with the school community.
- A thorough understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Regulations & Law, & the My Time Our Place Learning Framework.
Nursery Room Leader
Educare Playskool Panania
03.2019 - 11.2020
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Worked with inclusion support agencies and external professionals to support children at risks
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Worked with TAFE students to provide guidance and teaching strategies.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and leading by example.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Handled calls to address customer inquiries and concerns.
Preschool Room Assistant
Giggles ELC
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
Nursery Room Leader
Miniskool ELC
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Worked with TAFE students to provide guidance and teaching strategies.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Cared for children ages 0 to 5 years of age in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Kept all areas neat, clean and properly sanitized.
Certified Supervisor
PCYC UPPER ROSS
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Cared for children ages 5 to 12 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Led activities for over 30 children ages 5 to 12.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills, including creating paintings, drawings, paper crafts and decorations.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Education
Year 12 -
Loreto Convent Of Quatre Bornes
Mauritius 11.2010
Diploma in ECEC - Early Years
Challenger Institute Of Technology
Perth08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
James Cook University
Townsville 03.2017
Skills
- Computer-literate
- Great time management abilities
- French fluency
- Strong critical thinking capabilities
- Excellent with young children
- Skilled in working with children with all sorts of backgrounds and needs
- Managing deadlines
- Excellent team spirit and team work
- Analysis and critical thinking
- Quick learner
- Case management
- Working with stakeholders
- Great writing skills
Additional Information
Was actively involved in volunteering work in Mauritius.
- Jeune Chambre International (JCI) (2012-2013)
- Amnesty International (MRU) (2009-2010)
- SOS Village (MRU) (2005-2006)
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Open NSW Driving License
- Working With Children Check
- Character Assessment Available
- National Police Check Available (Exp. Aug 2021)
Hobbies
- Read about Child's Psychology & Impact of Childhood Trauma
- Baking
- Play squash, tennis and badminton
Referees
Corrina Reid
Senior Team Leader at Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services
4796 6300
David de Jongh
Previous Acting Senior Team Leader at Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs
4796 6300
Elise Stephenson
Senior Practitioner at Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services
0429 899 011
Timeline
Child Safety Officer
DCYJMA
08.2021 - Current
OSHC Coordinator
Helping Hands Network
11.2020 - 03.2021
Nursery Room Leader
Educare Playskool Panania
03.2019 - 11.2020
Preschool Room Assistant
Giggles ELC
06.2018 - 12.2018
Nursery Room Leader
Miniskool ELC
03.2016 - 03.2018
Certified Supervisor
PCYC UPPER ROSS
07.2014 - 02.2015
Year 12 -
Loreto Convent Of Quatre Bornes
Diploma in ECEC - Early Years
Challenger Institute Of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
James Cook University