Paschal Mgbenani
Cloverdale,Australia
Summary
Seasoned Youth Support Worker with a proven track record at Astra Healthcare & Services, adept in behavioral intervention and emotional support. Excelled in program coordination and crisis response, enhancing youth mental and emotional well-being. Demonstrated creativity in overcoming challenges, achieving significant advancements in youth development. Skilled in multicultural sensitivity, fostering inclusive environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Support Worker
Astra Healthcare & Services
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: WA, Australia
- Spearheaded developmental activities to foster mental, emotional, and academic growth among youth
- Coordinated referrals to community resource programs to provide additional and specialized support for youth.
- Collaborated with counselors to communicate relevant information.
- Prepared and delivered presentations to stakeholders on program outcomes and successes.
- Monitored and evaluated youth progress, adapting programs to ensure effectiveness and relevance.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Provided one-on-one support to vulnerable youth by facilitating activities and monitoring progress.
- Delivered essential support to special needs youth, enhancing emotional wellbeing
- Strategically reduced obstacles to youth engagement, bolstering their development
- Orchestrated and led recreational events to cultivate positive, team-oriented experiences
- Vigilantly supervised youth in various settings, ensuring safety and providing guidance
- Maintained a calm and affirmative demeanor, encouraging positive outcomes
- Directed initiatives to reinforce mental, emotional, and educational advancement.
- Offered holistic support within a multidisciplinary team framework
- Informed youth about a range of services and programs, optimizing their access to care
- Exemplified constructive conduct, establishing a standard for leadership and interaction
- Amplified program visibility by engaging youth groups through informative presentations
- WA, Australia
- Counseled clients on a variety of topics related to mental health, physical health, education, employment opportunities.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
Youth Support Worker
Afriglobal Medicare Ltd
Ikeja, Lagos
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Meeting with young people to identify and discuss their challenges.
- Providing one-on-one or group support.
- Arranging food, shelter, and clothing for those in need.
- Offering crisis counseling to those experiencing trauma.
- Facilitating social, personal, and physical development through informal education.
- Liaising with teachers, social workers, local authorities, GPs, and parents.
- I am very familiar with the types of issues faced by young people in your local community or organization.
- Conducting initial assessments with young people, and assessing their needs.
- Writing reports and providing support with outlined support programs and resources.
- Arrange necessities for clients, such as food, shelter, and clothing.
- Assess the client’s progress, and record case notes.
- Refer clients to relevant support organizations and agencies.
- Established safe and inclusive environments for youth, promoting positive behavior and emotional well-being.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
Education
Cert iv - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Supreme Education & Training PYT
Australia01.2024
Disability Individual Support Cerficate III -
Supreme Education & Training PYT Ltd
Australia01.2024
Bachelors - medical Laboratory Science
University of Nigeria
Nsukka, Enugu01.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Trauma Responsive Practice
Australian Online Education
AustraliaSkills
- Behavioral intervention expertise
- Special needs familiarity
- Advocacy
- Emotional support abilities
- Conflict mediation
- Program coordination
- Document management
- Communication
- Training and Development
- Crisis response
- Collaborations
- Problem resolution
- Positive reinforcement
- Suicide prevention
- First aid and CPR
- Family engagement
- Working with Children card
- Substance abuse awareness
- Mentoring and coaching
- Creativity and innovation
- Multicultural sensitivity
References
On Request
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Photography
- Travelling
- Football
- Table Tennis
- Reading
- Singing
Languages
English
Personal Information
Visa Status: Skilled Visa 491 - Full working rights
Timeline
Youth Support Worker
Astra Healthcare & Services
10.2023 - 12.2024
Youth Support Worker
Afriglobal Medicare Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2023
Cert iv - Child Youth And Family Intervention
Supreme Education & Training PYT
Disability Individual Support Cerficate III -
Supreme Education & Training PYT Ltd
Bachelors - medical Laboratory Science
University of Nigeria
Some College (No Degree) - Trauma Responsive Practice
Australian Online Education
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