Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership Achievements
Hobbies
Languages
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ADONAI SCHWENKE

Auckland,Manurewa

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated individual eager to embark on a fulfilling journey as a Residential Youth Worker, seeking to bring a fresh perspective and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of young people. With a passion for supporting youth and a commitment to personal and professional growth, I am excited about the opportunity to learn and develop within your esteemed organization. Possessing a foundation in Social Work, I am prepared to immerse myself in the role, absorbing knowledge and best practices from seasoned colleagues while contributing a positive and proactive attitude to the team. Committed to building meaningful connections with youth and fostering an environment of trust and respect,

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Advisor

University of Canterbury
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducting academic course plans for first-year students attending UC
  • Providing pastoral and holistic support by triaging students to pastoral services on campus
  • Fostering relationships with faculty and students to ensure the student experience is well nurtured at UC
  • Handling computer software such as JADE, Microsoft D365, LibCal, and Microsoft Office
  • Facilitated events and functions for first-year students in University accommodation
  • Offering pastoral support with mental health check-ins for students fortnightly
  • Assisting students with tutoring sessions and bridging them with UC support services.

Night Security Guard

Harvey Solutions
04.2018 - Current
  • Monitored and patrolled grounds throughout night and investigated and reported security risks or crime to promote safety on premises.
  • Responded to alarms, hazardous situations and other incidents and called police or fire departments to mitigate emergencies.
  • Assisted in developing emergency response plans, contributing to a safer environment for all occupants.
  • Prevented losses and damage by informing violators of policy and procedures and restraining trespassers.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly while maintaining confidentiality at all times in accordance with company policy.
  • Documented incidents meticulously, aiding in investigations and resolution of security breaches.

Student Social Worker

CAF Services - Youth Forensic Team (SMHS)
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Offered Mental Health screen interviews to adolescent youth to assess the degree of mental inability
  • Documented mental health findings to be discussed in a wider multi-disciplinary team setting case by case
  • Visited young offenders in residential care to offer mental health support per the Ministry of Justice guidelines
  • Attended Youth Court with professionals to offer screen interviews to young adults with mental health-related issues
  • Frequently attended manuhiri tikanga based training to upskill in engaging with Māori in the mental health sector.

Residential Assistant

Campus Living Villages/UniLodge
12.2019 - 11.2021
  • Routine shift work assisting CLV employees with miscellaneous tasks around accommodation (e.g cleaning facilities etc.)
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between residents when necessary, promoting a harmonious living environment for all occupants.
  • Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with move-in and move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new and departing residents.
  • Logged and filed incident reports, detailing significant occurrences during assigned shifts.

Education

Bachelor's of Social Work -

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
06.2023

High School Diploma -

Linwood College
Linwood, NZ
11.2017

Skills

  • Strong problem-solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Collaboration
  • Cultural Competency
  • Critical thinking
  • Welcomes Challenges
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Goal Setting Assistance
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Advocacy
  • Career Counselling
  • Life Skills Teaching
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Mental Health Support

Leadership Achievements

  • Pasifika Prefect
  • Youth Leader
  • President for the Canterbury University Samoan Students Association (CUSSA, 2023 - 2024)
  • Youth Band Leader
  • Senior residential assistant

Hobbies

  • Youth Mentor - Faith and Life Changing Ministries (2018 - current)
  • Part time property, private and crowd control guard
  • Rugby league player
  • Facilitating church activities throughout the week with various likeminded youth leaders

Languages

Samoan
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Student Advisor

University of Canterbury
08.2023 - Current

Student Social Worker

CAF Services - Youth Forensic Team (SMHS)
02.2023 - 07.2023

Residential Assistant

Campus Living Villages/UniLodge
12.2019 - 11.2021

Night Security Guard

Harvey Solutions
04.2018 - Current

Bachelor's of Social Work -

University of Canterbury

High School Diploma -

Linwood College
ADONAI SCHWENKE