Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Volunteering
References
Certification
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Tamara Barson

Darnum,VIC

Summary

Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and care. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more fulfilling lives.

Dependable retail sales professional with experience in dynamic, high-performance team environments. Skilled in processing transactions, handling cash, using registers and arranging merchandise. Maintains high-level customer satisfaction by smoothly resolving customer requests, needs and problems.

Recently graduated with a Bachelor of Nutrition science looking to peruse a career in ...

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail worker

Woolworths Warragul
01.2022 - Current
  • Delivery of manufactured goods direct to the consumer
  • Execute labor within the online sector and the fresh convenience area
  • Education surrounding commercial products distributed
  • Critical observation and evaluation of the workload within a certain time period.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized assistance and product recommendations.
  • Streamlined inventory management for improved product availability and reduced stock discrepancies.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service with a friendly demeanor, resulting in increased repeat business.

Support worker

That Disability Adventure Company (TDAC)
01.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing social outings, recreational activities, and educational opportunities.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.

Work Experience

All Things Equal
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Conducted work within a commercial kitchen
  • Experience with adapting to various participants needs (people living with a disability)
  • Planning, management and executing of food preparation, cooking and presentation of meals.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow workers on group projects and presentations.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Work Experience

Kidney Health Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Communication and consumer skills
  • Secretarial work and administrative support such as answering phone calls and managing correspondents
  • Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.

Retail worker

Yarragon Country Style Bakery
01.2015 - 01.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in repeat business.
  • Set-up and closure of store procedures.
  • Managed inventory and reduced waste, resulting in cost savings for the bakery.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines and regulations.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • EFTPOS and cash handling

Education

Bachelor of Nutrition Science -

Australian Catholic University
12.2023

Year 12 -

Warragul Regional College
55 Burke Street Warragul Vic
12.2020

Skills

  • Drivers license
  • Strong work ethic
  • Positive attitude
  • Self-motivated
  • Flexible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Good time management
  • Working well under pressure
  • Problem solving skills
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Confidentiality and Privacy

Volunteering

  • Interchange Gippsland 2017-2018. High-quality one-to-one disability support and recreational activity programs.
  • Kidney Health Australia 2022-Current.

References

  • Cody Plant, That Disability Adventure Company (TDAC), Company Owner, 0490 793 638
  • Shannon Floyd, Kidney Health Australia, National Community Engagement Coordinator, 0433 798 448
  • Bianca Stern, All Things Equal, General Manager, 0403 648 009

Certification

  • First Aide and CPR Training
  • Food handling certificate

Timeline

Work Experience

All Things Equal
01.2023 - 01.2023

Retail worker

Woolworths Warragul
01.2022 - Current

Support worker

That Disability Adventure Company (TDAC)
01.2022 - Current

Work Experience

Kidney Health Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023

Retail worker

Yarragon Country Style Bakery
01.2015 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Nutrition Science -

Australian Catholic University

Year 12 -

Warragul Regional College
Tamara Barson