Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Russell Howell

Wangaratta

Summary

Responsible, dedicated and passionate youth worker who loves to bring joy to peoples lives. I am looking to bring my love for making people smile to my career and have dedicated my life to become a great case manager.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapeutic Residential Care Worker

VACCA
04.2025 - Current
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in client's health status to case manager.
  • Advocated for the unique needs of each young person by partnering with school personnel or other service providers when appropriate.
  • Developed and implemented daily task procedures like sharps counts.
  • Assisted clients with attending appointments, schooling and outings within the community.
  • Accurate case note and daily update writing.

Disability Support Worker

InLife Independent Living
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviour's, and incidents.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.

Residential Youth Worker

Junction Support Services
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication to address personal issues.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.

Youth Engagement and Devleopment Worker

Merriwa Industries
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Writing daily notes to send to relevant organisations for clients benefits.
  • Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.

Education

Diploma - Community Services

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE
VIC
01-2026

Certificate IV in Community Services

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE.
Wangaratta, VIC
01-2024

Skills

  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Team-Oriented and Cooperative
  • Clear Communication
  • Quick understanding company of policies and procedures
  • Special Needs Understanding
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Youth Supervision
  • Computer skills
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Maintaining client records
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Life skills development

Certification

  • First Aid + Cpr Certificate
  • Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Barista certificate + Latte art certificate

Professional Development:

  • Sexual Behaviour in Children and Young People
  • Identifying and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence
  • Signs of Alcohol and Other Drug Use and Withdrawal
  • Making Effective Referrals


References

Emmaleigh Nokes, Team Leader, VACCA

Phone: 0447 990 613

Email: Emmaleigh.Nokes@VACCA.org


Nathan Coelli, House Manager, VACCA

Phone: 0455 712 322

Email: Nathan.Coelli@VACCA.org

Timeline

Therapeutic Residential Care Worker

VACCA
04.2025 - Current

Disability Support Worker

InLife Independent Living
09.2024 - 04.2025

Residential Youth Worker

Junction Support Services
01.2024 - 09.2024

Youth Engagement and Devleopment Worker

Merriwa Industries
09.2023 - 01.2024

Diploma - Community Services

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE

Certificate IV in Community Services

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE.

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