Ray Junior Poloai
168 Smith Road, Woodridge
Summary
My name is Ray Junior Poloai, am a young polynesian man who is 25 years of age and looking to pursue a further career path is Youth/disability and support work. Knowledgeable worker with solid foundation in youth support work, consistently developing and implementing programs to engage and empower young people. Have demonstrated success in building trusting relationships and providing guidance to youth in various settings and all different ages. Proven ability in conflict resolution and effective communication with clients and colleagues. Need someone to rely on? I can be that someone.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Support Worker
Litaractive Care
09.2024 - Current
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Reduced behavioural issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success.
- Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for youth development and wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services.
- Facilitated personal growth by providing constructive feedback on goals and performance improvement areas.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
- Working with all different ages, facing different personalities and challenges.
- Encouraging independence and confidence for all clients
- Transport clients to and from appointments and places of choice
- If underage, engaging with parents - sorting out routines and ensuring ask for permission before doing anything.
- Being available 24/7, to pick up last minute shifts.
- Travelling from one shift to another
- Learning to deal with different episodes and taking control of situations
Machine Operator
Shuetz
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Achieved record-breaking production levels, meticulously orchestrating machine schedules and workflows.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Work in a team environment or sometimes solo
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve set goals
- Making IBC and distributing it to other warehouses
- Reporting faulty items, filling out paper work
- Late night finish and being available for last minute shift changes
Container Unloader
Toll People
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with team members to unload containers in a timely manner, supporting overall workflow.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and colleagues, providing updates on progress and addressing any issues promptly.
- Minimized workplace accidents by adhering to safety guidelines and protocols during all operations.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude and strong work ethic, contributing to a supportive work environment.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Handled hazardous materials with care by following relevant safety guidelines to avoid environmental hazards.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Loaded packages onto pallets and into staging areas as directed.
- Kept facilities clean and organized to promote safe work environments and avoid injuries.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to aid in safe transport of heavy items.
- Managed inventory control systems accurately by recording relevant information about each item unloaded from containers.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper container unloading techniques, improving overall team performance.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring reliability and minimizing potential downtime due to malfunctions or repairs required.
- Participated in regular performance evaluations, seeking opportunities to further develop skills and contribute to the team''s success.
Machine Operator
Real Pet Food
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Working in a team environment or sometimes solo (depending on work load)
- Working under pressure
- Working with dangerous equipment (large pots that are heated and used to mix meats).
- General warehouse cleaning duties : ensure all equipment/machinery has been wiped down and completely clean - making sure there is absolutely no rubbish or anything that can contaminate meat.
- Ability to work with foul smell, and in the heat with overalls.
- Following hygiene procedures, making sure hands are washed and hair nets are worn.
- Being available 24/7 for last minute shifts, working 6 days a week at times.
Education
No Degree -
Mable Park State High School
Queensland11-2017
Skills
- Educational support
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Creativity and innovation
- Positive reinforcement
- Family engagement
- Child development
- Resilience building
- First aid and CPR
- Safety monitoring
- Behavioral interventions
- Youth supervision
- Special needs
- Social skill development
- Emotional support
- Computer literacy
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Task prioritization
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- White Card
- LR and LF ticket
- Queensland Certificate of Education
- Cert II in work place practice
- Cert I in business
- Cert I in construction
- Cert II in sport and recreation
- Cert II in engineering pathways
- Cert III in logistics
- Currently enrolled to Cert IV in youth work with Strategix
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Support Worker
Litaractive Care
09.2024 - Current
Machine Operator
Shuetz
07.2022 - 10.2023
Container Unloader
Toll People
10.2020 - 06.2022
Machine Operator
Real Pet Food
03.2019 - 08.2020
No Degree -
Mable Park State High School
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