Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Volunteer

Steven Dennis

Summary

As a person, I strive to be caring and supportive in order to help others become the best version of themselves. My approach involves leading by example and working closely with clients in a person-centred and self-esteem-building capacity. Currently, I am seeking additional casual shifts in the Alcohol and Drug sector to complement my ongoing studies. Dependable Job Title skilled in using hand and power tools in construction environments. Collaborates well with other team members and willing to help in any capacity to complete jobs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Labourer

ARKIBUILT
  • Overall general labour duties
  • Cleaning up worksites from debris and machinery
  • Helping erect scaffolding and ladders
  • Handling and transporting materials (e.g
  • Cement)
  • Using power tools/jackhammer/Drill/Screwing/
  • Mixing Cement/scrapping Cement
  • Learning on the job and completing requested tasks.

Support Worker

Rainbow Lodge Program
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided social, physical and emotional support to assist clients with integration into the local community
  • Facilitated weekly group meetings, listened, offered compassion, and supported members
  • Tracked client behaviours, daily activities, new skills and notable incidents for documentation purposes
  • Provided transport to and from appointments for clients
  • Promoted Alcohol and drug recovery through lived experience and accompanying clients to community 12-step meetings
  • Followed up on case worker enquiries via telephone to Government Departments to achieve outcomes for clients
  • Received direction and feedback from the team and contributed to discussions regarding best client outcomes
  • Followed Rainbow Lodge risk assessment, First Aid & emergency procedures
  • Adhered to the program's values, vision, policies and procedures.

Student Placement

Rainbow Lodge Program
10.2019 - 12.2019
  • Undertook learning student role within the program
  • Supported clients in daily programs, including morning meetings, chores, program groups, and recreation
  • Transported clients to and from appointments.

Education

Diploma: Community Services -

TAFE
01.2020

Certificate IV: Community Services -

TAFE
12.2019

Skills

  • Life skills development
  • Empathy & good listening skills
  • Authenticity & congruence
  • Documentation experience
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • Calm and methodical

References

Pete Townsend, Manager, Rainbow Lodge Program, (02) 9660 7695, 0424 365 709, manager@rainbowlodge.info

Timeline

Support Worker

Rainbow Lodge Program
02.2020 - Current

Student Placement

Rainbow Lodge Program
10.2019 - 12.2019

Labourer

ARKIBUILT

Diploma: Community Services -

TAFE

Certificate IV: Community Services -

TAFE
Steven Dennis