Husnia Ebrahim
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
I am a motivated medical student, eager to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world experiences through research, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Compassionate Community Support Worker with experience in providing emotional, physical, and mental support to diverse community members. Possess strong interpersonal skills, proficient at building trust and rapport within challenged or vulnerable groups. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining focus on client-centered goals. Attempted to implement innovative programs that improve community health and wellness within a school environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Worker
Healthcare NZ
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate.
- Administered medications according to established guidelines, ensuring compliance and record accuracy.
- Supported clients with personal care and housekeeping duties, advocating on their behalf when needed.
- Supervised daily hygiene and skills training for individuals with disabilities, enhancing self-sufficiency.
- Documented all aspects of medication administration and client services meticulously.
- Provided consistent emotional support during caregiving to uplift client morale.
First Aider and Project Coordinator for NZ Nejashi Trust Girls' Programme
NZ Nejashi Trust
Mt Roskill , Auckland
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Participated in First Aid training courses to enhance emergency response skills.
- Oversaw daily operations, managing schedules, assigning duties, and coordinating events through effective communication.
- Supervised children aged 5 to 15 years, and directed volunteers in the holiday program.
- Monitored project progress; maintained accurate records of project activities (including budget and timeline), while providing regular updates to managers and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated strong time management and composure in high-pressure situations.
Volunteer Companion for the Elderly and Younger Adults With Disability
Elizabeth Knox Home and hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Organized and led recreational activities, games, and conversations to engage and entertain residents, which also promotes mental stimulation among elderly clients.
- Ensured the comfort of residents by assisting with feeding and mobility throughout the facility.
- Provided emotional support to seniors facing physical limitations, and loneliness.
- Developed trusting rapport with clients to enhance quality of care and companionship.
- Utilized effective communication and active listening skills to address client needs.
Health Committee Leader
Mount Albert Grammar School
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with the leadership team to organize and facilitate recurrent health-related events (e.g., blood donor day) to promote community health.
- Conducted meetings to identify health issues within school community and developed solutions to improve health awareness and access in the student population (e.g., we provided free sanitary products for women in bathrooms).
- Delivered public speaking engagements to educate peers about health topics and managed volunteers effectively to ensure successful event execution.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while multitasking across various responsibilities.
- Exercised decision-making and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
The University of Auckland
Grafton, NZ12-2028
High school graduate -
Mount Albert Grammar School
Mount Albert, NZ12.2022
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Medical documentation
- Data entry and reporting
- Team collaboration
- Written communication
- Time management
- Disability awareness
- First aid and CPR
- Client advocacy
Car Access
True
Languages
English
Full Professional
Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Scholarship Recipient
- University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarship (1st year of university)
- Sir Robert John's Refugee Daughter's Scholarship (summer not included)
Health and Wellbeing Level 2 Certificate (in progress)
- At MySkill
Driver's License
Full, clean
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Healthcare NZ
12.2024 - Current
First Aider and Project Coordinator for NZ Nejashi Trust Girls' Programme
NZ Nejashi Trust
09.2023 - 07.2025
Volunteer Companion for the Elderly and Younger Adults With Disability
Elizabeth Knox Home and hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
Health Committee Leader
Mount Albert Grammar School
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
The University of Auckland
High school graduate -
Mount Albert Grammar School