Priyanka Kumar
Slacks Creek,QLD
Summary
Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
Christian Community Care
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted personal care to aged people, including showering, grooming, toileting, mobility transfer
- Domestic assistance, meal preparation.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
Youth Worker
Thrive House Disability Services
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided and maintained a safe environment
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
Youth Mentor
Raise Foundation
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Helped and supported school youth with setting their future goals, mentored them with ongoing support in mental health.
- Counselled students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Planned and executed productive self-esteem building activities to promote personal growth and daily living skills.
Education
Diploma Of Travel & Tourism -
Torren University Australia, Partnership With Flight Centre Academy
Diploma Of Community Services -
SouthBank TAFE
12.2015
Skills
- Great active listening skills
- Excellent Communication
- Stress Management
- Adaptability
- Great attention to details
- Emotional awareness
- Problem-solving abilities
- Client Advocacy
- Excellent customer services skills
- Client Needs Assessments
- Counselling
- First-aid and CPR
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling and exploring new places
- Reading knowledgeable books and learning new skills
- Volunteering in church to serve people
References
Emma, Director, Christian Community Care, 0409 980 802, christiancommunitycare.com.au
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Christian Community Care
03.2022 - Current
Youth Worker
Thrive House Disability Services
07.2018 - 01.2022
Youth Mentor
Raise Foundation
02.2016 - 05.2018
Diploma Of Travel & Tourism -
Torren University Australia, Partnership With Flight Centre Academy
Diploma Of Community Services -
SouthBank TAFE
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