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Ryan Arezo

Sydney,NSW

Summary

As a passionate and experienced Youth Worker with an academic background. I am dedicated to empowering and supporting young people in reaching their full potential. With a proven track record, I have created nurturing and enriching environments that foster growth and development. I am committed to increasing independence, enhancing overall well-being, and achieving measurable positive outcomes for young people and their families. My confidence in fostering positive relationships and thriving in dynamic team environments ensures that I can make a meaningful impact in any setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SUPPORT WORKER

Mable
11.2018 - Current
  • Displayed a strong level of empathy, problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and professionalism to families during difficult times.
  • De-escalated risk to clients in high-risk situations through practical risk-management and harm-reduction strategies.
  • Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and access to community resources and facilities.
  • Formulated individual care and support plans with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
  • Applied knowledge and awareness of disability, mental-health, socioeconomic factors, intergenerational trauma, and cultural significance for diverse cross sections of the community.

Youth Worker (Full-time Peer-worker)

New-Horizons
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Identified and reported risks, taking appropriate action such as escalating to supervisors, or external agencies when necessary.
  • Incorporated trauma-informed and person-centred practices to provide individual support across a diverse range of young people.
  • Established and maintained trusting and professional relationships with children, young people, their support network and other stakeholders at all times.
  • Provided psycho-social support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behaviour changes.
  • Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into programs.
  • Developed, implemented and reviewed Safety Plans, and individual support plans for customers, which incorporated their identified wellbeing needs and aspirations.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science Psychology -

WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
Sydney, New South Wales
06.2021

Skills

  • Work with clients from a strengths-focused therapeutic framework
  • Maintain accurate and objective records for reporting and review
  • High level of empathy and interpersonal skills
  • Provide behavioural, emotional and social support using evidence-based practices
  • Experienced in Community Integration and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Provide person-centred, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed care

Certification

  • Accredited Mental Health First Aider, Exp: 28/10/24
  • Working with Children's Check, Exp: 01/13/27
  • Accredited First Aider (including CPR and basic emergency life support), Exp: 09/02/25
  • NDIS Worker Clearance: 18572307, Exp: 14/03/27,
  • Certificates for NDIS Orientation Modules
  • DV-Alert General + Multicultural workshop, and Asist (Suicide intervention training).

References

  • Timothy Harding, Team Leader / Manager, New-Horizons, 0422 815 179, THarding@newhorizons.org.au
  • Diana Kraljevska, Parent of Client with ASD, Mable, 0402 964 069, Dianakr1@optusnet.com.au

Timeline

Youth Worker (Full-time Peer-worker)

New-Horizons
06.2022 - 07.2023

SUPPORT WORKER

Mable
11.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Social Science Psychology -

WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY

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