Obeid Basabwa
Angle Vale,SA
Summary
Recent graduate with a strong foundation in counseling and practical experience gained through client support during placement and participation in triad groups with peers. Demonstrates a solid understanding of theoretical counseling approaches and their application in real-world settings, with a particular interest in working with youth. Possesses excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Eager to embark on a career and make a meaningful contribution with dedication and determination.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Officer (SSO)
Department of Education
06.2021 - Current
- Have provided academic and emotional support to students in middle and high school settings.
- Achieving in helping year 12 students complete their on-due date for SACE
- Continuously updated knowledge of best practices for student support, attending relevant conferences and trainings to maintain a high level of expertise.
- Organized workshops on stress management, time management, and study skills to enhance overall student performance levels.
- Implemented early warning systems that identified struggling students before they fell behind significantly.
- Coordinated tutoring sessions and study groups, helping students reach their full potential academically.
- Acted as a liaison between students facing disciplinary issues and school administrators, providing guidance towards constructive resolutions.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations to connect students with relevant external support services when needed.
- Facilitated peer mentoring programs, pairing struggling students with high-performing peers for academic support.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Care Practitioner
Edmen community staffing solutions
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Passionate in working with young people and having positive change in their lives.
- Supported families during difficult medical situations by offering empathetic guidance and resources for additional support services.
- Established trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills, empathy, open communication channels that fostered better engagement
Educator
After School Care (OSHC)
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep children engaged
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in OSHC and playground to enhance engagement
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide children with the best learning and engagement environment.
Education
Bachelor of Counselling -
Tabor College of Higher Education
Adelaide, SA09-2026
Skills
- Ethical Practice
- Behavioral support
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Positive Attitude
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
Re
Application for Therapeutic Youth Worker position
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Achieved SACE credits through effectively helping with students with their research projects
Dates
06/21/2022, 04/10/2024
Cover Letter
I hope that this letter finds you well. I am writing to apply for the Therapeutic Youth Worker position advertised on SEEK. I am a passionate and experienced Care Practitioner and educator who has worked with children and young people from diverse and complex backgrounds for over three years. As a current Care Practitioner at Edmen community staffing solutions, I am passionate in working with young people and having a positive change in their lives. Nonetheless, as previous student support officer (SSO) in the Department of Education, I have provided academic and emotional support to students in middle and high school settings. I have also worked as educator in after school care (OSHC). These roles have assisted me in developing strong skills in trauma-informed practice, conflict resolution, communication, and interpersonal skills. I have built trusting and meaningful relationships with young people who have been or are at risk and helped them develop essential skills for daily living and create a safe and healthy environment. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Counselling with a core focus to work with young people, providing support and encouragement. with an ambition of becoming a Wellbeing leader. I hold a Responding to Abuse and Neglect, Working with Children Check, First Aid and CPR Certificate. I am an Australian Citizen and have an unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence with a reliable and road worthy vehicle. Additionally, I am willing to obtain and undertake any required checks, certificates, or trainings. I am eager to join your organisation and contribute to your mission of providing quality care and support to children and young people in need. I believe that I have the skills, knowledge, and personality that you are looking for in a Therapeutic Youth Worker. I would love to discuss this opportunity with you further and learn more about your organisation. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Obeid Basabwa
Languages
kirundi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Care Practitioner
Edmen community staffing solutions
06.2024 - 09.2024
Educator
After School Care (OSHC)
07.2022 - 11.2023
Student Support Officer (SSO)
Department of Education
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Counselling -
Tabor College of Higher Education
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