Arnold Thompson
Auckland,AUK
Summary
I have worked in our communities for over 10 years, and it is my nature, to be a people person. I pride myself in being the reliable and trustworthy person that people can turn to when they are in need. I have impeccable communicational skills and can get along well with people of all ages, ethnicities and social back grounds, I have an amazing work ethic, especially when striving to make a difference people's lives, and I always reach my goals when I set them. I am the “go to guy”, with a “can do” attitude, that always gets the job done.
I Have just finished Law school and i am looking to take the next step in my law career by starting an entrance level legal role, either as a law clerk or a junior lawyer. I have the work ethic and and communicational skills to make an impact with your firm and grow into a valuable asset.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Supervisor
Sacred Heart College
01.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
- Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
- Coordinated all staffing schedules and made sure that each shift had adequate coverage.
- Scheduled fun social and recreational activities for residents.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Private Residence
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Coaching in fundamental basketball skills.
Reintegration Social Worker
Serco Global Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Senior Coordinator
Great Potentials Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Planning and organising workshops, dinner events, camping trips.
- Managing communications between shareholders, tutors, and students.
- Guiding and ensuring students perform well ensuring their university entrance requirements.
- I was also a tutor for the foundation from 2013-2015.
Field Worker
New Zealand Research
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes, from secondary and intermediate schools in Auckland, through questionnaire.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
Before and After School Care Assistant
Youth Town
10.2010 - 01.2016
- Plan, organize and run indoor and outdoor sports and activities.
- Observe activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Used patience, skill and various behaviour modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
Basketball Coach
St Cuthbert's College
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Bachelor of Law - Law
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And International Politics
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ09.2015
Skills
- First Aid certificate
- Certificate in fundamentals of safeguarding and protecting children
- Certificate in Sky city games dealer
- Internal training Course in practical techniques in Control and Restraint Certificate
- Internal Reintegration Officer Training Course Certificate
- Le Va cultural competency certificate
- Māori competency certificate
Timeline
Residential Supervisor
Sacred Heart College
01.2020 - 10.2023
Caregiver, Special Needs
Private Residence
03.2019 - 10.2020
Reintegration Social Worker
Serco Global Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Coordinator
Great Potentials Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2017
Field Worker
New Zealand Research
01.2016 - 11.2016
Basketball Coach
St Cuthbert's College
01.2011 - 11.2013
Before and After School Care Assistant
Youth Town
10.2010 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Law - Law
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And International Politics
University of Auckland
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