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Dawn Gargar

Riccarton,Chirstchurch

Summary

Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

Work History

Intern

St John of God Hauora Trust
Avonside, Christchurch
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Worked towards creating a new feedback system for certain development teams, such as the Health and Wellbeing Team (counseling, Mana Ake (early intervention wellbeing support in schools), Mana Ka Rere), and the Young Parents Development Team (social work, group work, parenting with young parents)
  • Communicated and managed times to meet with development team managers individually.
  • Presented my ideas to the development teams, collaborating to create a feedback system that would work for the team and their clients.
  • Identified needs vocalised by the teams promptly and efficiently to enhance feedback form.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Prepared reports summarising project progress and results for management review.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout the internship period.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Majoring in Sociology And Psychology

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
08-2026

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Great research and analytic skills
  • Political awareness
  • Mental health and well-being awareness
  • Cross-cultural awareness
  • Ethical awareness
  • Creative and resourceful
  • Microsoft proficiency
  • Active learner
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Detail-oriented
  • Punctual and excellent work ethic
  • Open-minded
  • Passionate
  • Keeps an impartial mindset
  • Stays curious
  • Always looking to improve

Timeline

Intern

St John of God Hauora Trust
07.2024 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Majoring in Sociology And Psychology

University of Canterbury
Dawn Gargar