Vanessa Paige
Happy Valley,SA
Summary
Knowledgeable Youth Worker with background in residential youth care and administration. Brings practical experience in developing individualized support plans and fostering safe living environment. Demonstrated effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
Hendercare
06.2016 - Current
- Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
- 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.
- Organized recreational outings for residents, encouraging positive social engagement within their local community.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for resident needs and goals.
- 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.
Stock Controller
Coburg Toyota
01.1997 - 12.1998
- Maintained detailed records of all stock movements, providing valuable data for decision-making purposes.
- Maintained awareness of industry best practices in stock control and inventory management, incorporating relevant ideas into company procedures for continuous improvement efforts.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting thorough stock audits and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of authorized stock levels.
- Supported sales team by ensuring product availability, contributing to higher customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed the implementation of a new inventory management system, resulting in more accurate tracking and forecasting capabilities.
Education
Certificate IV - Child Youth And Family Intervention
ETA
Adelaide07-2021
Certificate IV - Youth Work
ETA
Adelaide12-2020
Associate Diploma of Child Studies Social Science - Social Sciences Education
University of Technology Sydney
Randwick, NSW12-1995
Skills
- Substance abuse awareness
- Family engagement
- Recreational planning
- First-aid and CPR
- Conflict de-escalation
- Liasing with Social Workers and Stakeholders
- Care Team Meetings
- Key worker
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
Hendercare
06.2016 - Current
Stock Controller
Coburg Toyota
01.1997 - 12.1998
Certificate IV - Child Youth And Family Intervention
ETA
Certificate IV - Youth Work
ETA
Associate Diploma of Child Studies Social Science - Social Sciences Education
University of Technology Sydney
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