Giovanni Fatialofa
Wavell Heights,BNE
Summary
Dynamic Youth Worker from Oranga Tamariki with a proven track record in crisis response and mentoring. Excelled in adapting programs for safety and compliance, while offering personalized support. Skilled in advocacy and safety monitoring. Enjoy being in an hands on environment but also love to upskill in any area's I may be under skilled in.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
Otara, AUCKLAND
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Provided individual support and mentorship to youths facing personal, academic, or social challenges.
- Adapted programs and activities to comply with health and safety guidelines and regulations.
- I worked under the Rapid Response team. We offer one-on-one mentoring services, as well as transportation all over New Zealand. This gave me time to engage with all sorts of youth from different walks of life.
- Being involved with court hearings, family group conferences, and professional hui (meetings) to come up with the best strategy to keep these youth from offending.
- I am ensuring that the youth is following and completing all that is expected of him and abiding by the conditions given by the court (Bail conditions, not interacting with non-associates).
Warehouse Worker
Tridon NZ
Mt Wellington, AUCKLAND
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
Furniture Mover
Fats Boys LTD
, AUCKLAND
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Assisted with unloading, loading, and securing freight
- Dealt with customers personally, dealt with payments for jobs, and assessed job sites for future clients.
- Provided courteous customer service through professional interactions with customers throughout delivery process.
- Delivered goods in an efficient and timely manner according to customer specifications.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
Certified Teacher Assistant
James Cook Highschool
Manurewa, Auckland
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted activities to help enhance student learning such as reading aloud, art projects, field trips.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Explained class procedures, lab policies and important dates.
Education
High School Diploma -
De La Salle College
Mangere East11-2015
Skills
- Crisis response expertise
- Advocacy
- Activity implementation
- Employment assistance
- Safety monitoring
- Equipment security
- Mentoring
- Behavior modeling
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- NZ Full Drivers License
- COA Security license
- Handcuff and safety restraint trained
Reference
- Haley Belle Smith : 021 852 912 (Fats boys Ltd) Manager
- Jessica Rogers : 021 280 1353 ( James Cook HighS School) Team Lead
- Ruth Akaroa : 029 660 0008 ( Oranga Tamariki) Supervisor
- Lisa Sepuloni : 029 650 1649 ( Oranga Tamariki) Youth Justice Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Tridon NZ
08.2022 - 01.2023
Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
01.2022 - 02.2025
Certified Teacher Assistant
James Cook Highschool
02.2020 - 12.2021
Furniture Mover
Fats Boys LTD
07.2017 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
De La Salle College
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