Children and their wellbeing
Child care assistant
Vanessa Landsborough
Donnybrook,WA
Summary
Currently i have taken time off to become a foster carer with the department and now looking to start back into the workforce , over the past few years ive learnt alot with being a carer and its given me alot of insight into child developmental and social and emotional needs , i would love to continue working in this field but also would love to enhance my working carer by trying new job roles.
Compassionate and nurturing professional with years providing guidance and supervision to children within daycare and private home settings.
Dedicated to enriching children's lives through play and learning. Proactive and caring worker with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Skilled at managing supplies, cleaning work areas and monitoring safety concerns in the interests of children and team members. Familiar with managing housekeeping needs, maintaining documentation and planning different events.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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Overview
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Medical admin
13
13
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
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Certificate
Skills
- Childcare Expertise
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Special Needs Childcare
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Care Planning
- Food Handling Preparation
- Dietary Needs
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Child Safety and Security
- Outdoor Activities
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Emotionally Supportive
- First Aid Certificate
- Emergency Procedures
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Daily Logs
- Emergency Situations
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Caring and Responsible
- Patient Care
- Care Plan Assessment
- Behavior Redirection
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Word Processing
- Caregiver and Family Support
Work History
Foster carer
Department of Communities
donnybrook, wa
02.2020 - Current
Took time off to take on a young girl on through department of communities , which has taken alot of time and patience while child went through failed reunification and weekly visits as well as travelling to and from Mandurah for visits.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- worked with child with severe attachment issues
- social and emotional well being
- trauma involved behavior
- being available 24/7 for visits and phonecalls
- supervising visits and reporting back to department
Medical Receptionist
Primary Health Care, Inc
Rockingham, wa
02.2011 - 02.2017
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kwinana Senior High School
Kwinana 01.1987 - 12.2000
Cert 3 in Community Services - Child Care
Rockingham Tafe
Rockingham Tafe 01.2000 - 02.2001
Medical Admin - Medical Admin
Meditrain
Mandurah 08.2009 - 09.2009
Certificate 4 in Youth Work - Youth Worker
Open Colleges
Online 03.2024 - Current
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursCareer advancementWork-life balanceCertification
- Certificate 3 in community services
- Meditrain course _ medical reception
- certificate 4 in youth work ( currently started )
- first aid course completed 2023
- working with children check renewed 2024
- National police check
- emotional regulation course through department
- Trauma and attachment through department training
Interests
Youth work
Planning activities
Cultural backgrounds and knowledge
Social and emotional wellbeing of children in care
Children and their wellbeing
Children and their wellbeing
Children and their wellbeing
Emotional regulation
Planning and organising field trips
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