Sam Barta
Cheltenham,VIC
Summary
Currently studying a Master's of Educational and Developmental Psychology at Monash University, my interest lies in facilitating learning, growth, and personal developmental in others. I have experience in a diverse range of paid and volunteer positions including coaching, therapy assistance, tutoring, training, facilitation, and behaviour support, where I thrive in collaborating with others in team-based settings. I enjoy bringing a pragmatic, open minded and thoughtful approach to any work that I do.
www.linkedin.com/in/samdavidbarta/
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Behaviour Support Practitioner
WeSupportU
08.2023 - Current
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
- Enhanced client progress by consistently monitoring and adjusting treatment goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care and support.
- Conducted assessments to establish baseline data and measure client progress over time.
- Provided ongoing training and support to caregivers for consistent implementation of therapeutic strategies at home.
- Strengthened communication abilities among clients through targeted speech therapy exercises and activities.
Hiring and Training Manager
Bayside Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
- Organised and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs and constructive feedback.
- Trained new employees on various learning models and approaches to neurodivergent students
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
- Completed interviews with potential employees to identify strengths, weakness and potential problems.
Academic Tutor
Self Employed
10.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with specific learning disorders such as ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia
- Helped students prepare for routine and standardized tests and college entrance exams.
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Planned and led group workshops on VCE subjects
Therapy Assistant
Therapy Assistants Australia
06.2021 - Current
- Supported clients with a range of developmental disorders such as Autism, ADHD, Downs Syndrome and Dyslexia
- Tracked progress according to goals for all interventions.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on clients progress.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Customised standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with clients.
(Volunteer) Youth Mentor
Jesuit Social Services
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated positive social skills to build healthy relationships.
- Provided positive role modelling for youngsters through dress and personal behaviour.
- Coordinated activities providing safety requirements for participation.
- Maintained confidentiality of children and medical conditions or issues.
- Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximise benefits of programs.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
Swim Teacher
Glen Eira Sports And Aquatics Centre (GESAC)
02.2017 - 06.2023
- Explained and demonstrated competitive and survival swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students, including those with autism and other learning/behavioural conditions.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Engaged with parents to help set goals for their children as well as monitor their ongoing development.
- Introduced games and drills, which helped students build confidence and remain engaged with their development
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Hosted fun and engaging birthday parties for large groups of children including a variety of water activities.
Mental Health Support Worker
Smart Support
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
(Volunteer) Basketball Coach
McKinnon Basketball Association
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Planned and organised competitive and skill-based training sessions.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Facilitated games and drills amongst large groups of young players.
- Demonstrated skills for young players to expand their learning.
- Mediated competitive games between players.
- Offered encouragement and feedback to enhance players development.
Education
Master's - Educational And Developmental Psychology
Monash University
Clayton, VIC11.2025
Honours - Psychology
Cairnmillar Institute
Hawthorn East, VIC06.2023
Bachelor of Psychology -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC06.2021
Year 12 Graduate -
McKinnon Secondary College
McKinnon, VIC11.2016
Skills
- Coaching & mentoring
- Group facilitation/training
- Recruitment & hiring
- Advanced writing skills
- Research skills
- Stakeholder management
- Microsoft office suite skills
- Calm approach to problem solving
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Interest & curiosity
Additional Roles and Certifications
- Full drivers licence
- Qualified swimming instructor under Swim Australia
- Working With Children's Check
- Student Representative for 2022/2023 Honours cohort (Cairnmillar Institute)
- Certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Certificate in First Aid (Level 1)
- Research assistant on a students honours project (Swinburne University)
- Mentor at Feel the Magic camp for grieving children
- First author on psychology paper currently undergoing journal submission
Timeline
Behaviour Support Practitioner
WeSupportU
08.2023 - Current
Hiring and Training Manager
Bayside Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
(Volunteer) Youth Mentor
Jesuit Social Services
04.2022 - 06.2023
Academic Tutor
Self Employed
10.2021 - Current
Therapy Assistant
Therapy Assistants Australia
06.2021 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker
Smart Support
06.2021 - 07.2022
(Volunteer) Basketball Coach
McKinnon Basketball Association
10.2018 - 09.2019
Swim Teacher
Glen Eira Sports And Aquatics Centre (GESAC)
02.2017 - 06.2023
Master's - Educational And Developmental Psychology
Monash University
Honours - Psychology
Cairnmillar Institute
Bachelor of Psychology -
RMIT University
Year 12 Graduate -
McKinnon Secondary College
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