Motivated Employee with knowledge and experience in the educational and career development sector. Ambitious candidate seeking to excel in gaining suitable educational/career pathways for persons of all abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sessional Trainer
Gen U
03.2023 - Current
Teach Certificate IV in Disabilities, Community services and Work Education Cert II. I teach these course online and in classroom environments.
Assessed student's capabilities by marking their works and presenting them with feedback.
Followed up with students on finalising assessments. This was done by organising students preferred day.
Assessed student based on their learning styles- followed up on any LLN requirements and adjusted students support meeting their needs.
Tracked attendance and progress with online meetings
Regular meetings and professional development to improve on my skills.
Community Support Worker
Hireup
03.2018 - Current
Supported individuals with intellectual disabilities in community access.
Transported individuals with physical disabilities to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Built and maintained rapport with individuals and family/friends.
Completed regular case notes and followed up on any other previous enquires.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Supported individuals with intellectual disabilities with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Trainer and Assessor
Catalyst
06.2023 - 12.2023
Currently I am delivering a Cert I in Work Education
Supported students with intellectual disabilities aging between 18-21 years old
Deliver a range units of accreditation specified for individuals ready for the workplace.
Support students with their assessments and record information as required by my organisation
Follow up any professional development which would enhance my learning and requirements to keep currency
Make any adjustments suited for the individuals learning
Support student to find suitable employment opportunities.
Employment Coach
Uniting Vic/Tas
05.2022 - 06.2023
Supported those with an intellectual disability one-on-one reviewing their goals.
Supported individuals with intellectual disabilities in building successful job search strategies.
Maintained case files and documented actions.
Demonstrated through professional development to improve my skills working with those who have intellectual disabilities.
Developed programs to work with individuals with various learning styles.
Visited and networked with other employers to build relationships to employ those with a disability.
Learning Support Assistant
Southern Cross Grammar
02.2019 - 05.2022
Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and learning activities.
Promoted inclusion and diversity of student population in consultation with classroom teachers and head of student services.
Provided thorough feedback and constructive criticism conducive to positive learning experiences.
Provided detailed feedback to teachers and parents regularly regarding individual student progress.
Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of students with special needs.
Regularly attended team meetings to discuss student progress.
Facilitated in resolving classroom problems, improved operations and provided exceptional student support.
Employment Mentor
Autism Spectrum Australia
02.2020 - 12.2021
Reviewed, tracked and coordinated employment referrals.
Developed job leads in order to increase placements.
Work on Interview skills and techniques as well as writing up CV and cover letters to gain meaningful employment.
Mentored and coached those with intellectual/autism to improve overall wellbeing and communication in order to be successful in an interview.
Managed caseloads of up to 15 participants a week in search of chosen employment.
Liaise with NDIS representatives to provide services for my participants to receive funding under 'Finding and keeping a job'.
Assist in and organize referrals for studying opportunities and TAFEs or Universities.
Education
Cert IV Career Development
CEAV
Melbourne
07.2021
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Plenty Training
Sydney
11.2019
Certificate IV - Disability Services
METS Training Solutions
Sydney
2010
Skills
POS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Filewise, TCM and P2P Verian programs