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Tania Brady

Gerringong

Summary


Therapeutic Youth Worker passionate about providing meaningful support and services to clients. Excellent communicator bringing 10+ years of comprehensive experience developing and implementing core programs to meet needs for self-development, homelessness and drug and alcohol abuse. Creative and understanding professional commended for modeling and teaching life skills and promoting diversity by exposing clients to multicultural experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Worker

Aspire Homes
07.2024 - Current
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
  • Taught clients to relate socially through use of daily routines and activities.
  • Assisted residents in setting and achieving personal goals, empowering them to take ownership of their lives and make positive changes.
  • Oversaw medication administration according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages were given accurately while maintaining detailed records of such transactions.
  • Facilitated transportation arrangements for appointments or outings, promoting social integration in the community.
  • Developed strong rapport with each resident under my care based on trust, empathy, understanding thus fostering therapeutic alliances that promoted healing.
  • De-escalated destructive and impulsive youth behavior by assisting in finding positive alternate outlets.
  • Provided crisis intervention support when needed, ensuring resident safety and stability during challenging situations.

Youth Worker

Jiniaa Youth Services
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • Organized recreational outings for residents, encouraging positive social engagement within their local community.
  • provide direct care and mentorship to children and young people aged 14 - 18
  • meet the daily needs of children and young people
  • maintain high quality record keeping and documentation
  • worked on OOHC across ITCH, SIL, ACA, ICM, ITC-SD
  • long and short term placements

Youth Worker

Talent Quarters
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
  • Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining accurate records of all medications dispensed.
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary, deescalating volatile situations while ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication to address personal issues.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing individualized care plans and engaging in therapeutic activities.
  • Supported families through consistent communication about youth progress, offering guidance on additional resources available.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings, sharing insights on resident progress and contributing to program improvements.
  • Served as a positive role model by exhibiting appropriate behavior management strategies during difficult situations.

Youth Worker

Be Recruitment
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
  • Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.

Team Leader

Sunny Haven
06.2021 - 04.2023
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.

Accomodation Manager

Love and Care Disability Services
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Conducted regular staff training sessions to ensure high-quality service delivery across all departments.
  • Analyzed market trends to develop targeted promotions that increased revenue streams during peak periods.
  • Streamlined reservation processes for increased efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with local vendors to provide unique guest experiences, enhancing overall reputation in the industry.
  • Managed budgets effectively, reducing operational costs without compromising on service standards.
  • Led team meetings regularly, fostering open communication and collaborative problem-solving among staff members.
  • Conducted regular inspections of accommodations to ensure adherence to cleanliness and safety regulations.

Disability Support Worker

Afford
01.2016 - 09.2020
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.

Education

Diploma of Community Services - Family And Community Services

Luvium
05-2024

Certificate IV Training And Assessment - Training And Assessment

HBA Consulting Group
10-2010

Certificate IV in Disability - Disability Studies

Shellharbour Tafe
Shellharbour, NSW
07-2006

Skills

  • Youth supervision
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Social skill development
  • Emotional support
  • Strategic Thinker
  • Conflict mediation
  • Policy and procedure adherence
  • Intakes and Assessments
  • Documentation Skills
  • Team Player
  • Reliable

Timeline

Youth Worker

Aspire Homes
07.2024 - Current

Youth Worker

Jiniaa Youth Services
01.2023 - 11.2024

Youth Worker

Be Recruitment
07.2022 - 11.2023

Team Leader

Sunny Haven
06.2021 - 04.2023

Youth Worker

Talent Quarters
03.2021 - 02.2024

Accomodation Manager

Love and Care Disability Services
02.2020 - 05.2021

Disability Support Worker

Afford
01.2016 - 09.2020

Diploma of Community Services - Family And Community Services

Luvium

Certificate IV Training And Assessment - Training And Assessment

HBA Consulting Group

Certificate IV in Disability - Disability Studies

Shellharbour Tafe
Tania Brady