Mateaki Taumalolo
Redbank Plains,QLD
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience as a Residential Youth Worker at Light House Child and Family Services. Skilled in life skills teaching and crisis intervention, fostering self-sufficiency among residents. Proven ability to build trust and rapport through active listening and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
Light House Child and Family Services
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining accurate records of all medications dispensed.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Missionary
The Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints
03.2013 - 03.2013
- Built lasting relationships with community members through genuine empathy, compassion, active listening skills.
- Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.
- Developed effective communication skills by interacting with diverse populations in various settings.
- Established trust within the community through regular engagement and consistent support.
Education
Level 2 NCEA -
Waitakere Collage
Auckland New ZealandSkills
- Life skills teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Transportation assistance
- Substance abuse awareness
Certification
Certificate 4 in youth work
Hope and healing
First aid
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Open drives licence
Blue card
Police check
Languages
Tagalog
Professional Working
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
Light House Child and Family Services
09.2023 - Current
Missionary
The Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints
03.2013 - 03.2013
Level 2 NCEA -
Waitakere Collage
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