Faatonu Fili
Kilbirnie,WGN
Summary
I am very passionate about people; I believe in empowering individuals from all walks of life, especially the youth of today. I am a motivated Youth/Community Worker, who believes if we can support people at an earlier stage in life then outcomes are better for the entire whanau. I enjoy playing music and spending quality time with my wife and my son. I believe that knowledge, basic skills, credentials, and experience creates a viable opening. I am a flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Ultimately i just want to see people succeed and help them see what they can achieve when they believe in themselves.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Youth Worker
Te Ora Hau
Miramar, Wellington
01.2023 - Current
- Assess and intake of rangatahi and whanau
- Referral and advocacy to other services
- Support with health and education programs
- Assist with MOJ matters and preventative programs
- Driver mentor program
Youth Worker
Porirua Education Kura
Porirua, Wellington
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided one-on-one guidance to students, creating personalised plans to help them meet credit requirements
- Assisted students in developing and refining their CVs for work opportunities
- Designed a Get Fit Program for rangatahi that wanted to get back into shape. Built self confidence and mana
- Dealt with Social Workers
Youth Worker
Zeal Education
Te Aro, Wellington
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Part of the first ever Pasefika mental health program using photography as a central tool for self-expression and reflection among Pasefika students in college
- Initiated and led regular jam sessions where students that played musical instruments came together to create a vibrant and collaborative musical community
Youth Worker
Challenge 2000
Johnsonville, Wellington
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Successfully assisted numerous students in regaining admission to school after facing removal due to various challenges
- Conducted one-on-one mentoring sessions to understand and address individual needs and concerns
Rugby Development Officer
Marist St Pats
Kilbirnie, Wellington
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted in planning of coaching clinics at club level, providing valuable training and resources to enhance the skills and knowledge of club coaches
Call Center Representative
Research NZ
Te Aro, Wellington
10.2014 - 10.2015
Teacher Aid
St Patricks College
Kilbirnie, Wellington
02.2014 - 07.2014
Passport Officer
Internal Affairs
Te Aro, Wellington
04.2008 - 08.2008
Education
St Patricks College
Wellington01-1995
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership skills
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Empathy
- One-on-One Mentoring
Volunteer Experience
- 2023 Marist St Pats Rugby Coach
- 2021 - 2022 Wellington Pride Women's Rugby Backs Coach
- 2019 - 2021 Band of Brothers Young Mens Ministry. I was fortunate to be one of the leaders in this group that helped young men open up and be vulnerable in a safe environment. Providing support and mentoring
- 2007 - 2012 Warriors 4 Christ Ministry. Sharing, singing and fellowship aimed towards adolescent males to support them in their Christian faith. A group that I was very passionate about and was involved as a mentor to the younger men in the group. While teaching Godly values help build a strong foundation built on Faith
Referees
Gerrard Singh 022 689 0018 - Porirua Education Kura Manager
Tau Faaeteete 022 082 8615 - Zeal Education, Youth Worker Coordinator
Zac Feaunati 021 963 305 - Marist St Pats Rugby Development Officer
Henry Tatupu 021 083 38974 - Hope Wellington Church Mentor
Timeline
Lead Youth Worker
Te Ora Hau
01.2023 - Current
Youth Worker
Porirua Education Kura
11.2021 - 01.2023
Youth Worker
Zeal Education
12.2020 - 11.2021
Youth Worker
Challenge 2000
03.2020 - 12.2020
Rugby Development Officer
Marist St Pats
04.2019 - 12.2019
Call Center Representative
Research NZ
10.2014 - 10.2015
Teacher Aid
St Patricks College
02.2014 - 07.2014
Passport Officer
Internal Affairs
04.2008 - 08.2008
St Patricks College
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