Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jamie Solia

Jamie Solia

New Brighton,Christchurch

Summary

Passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals within the community, particularly those struggling with mental health and substance abuse.

My passion is fueled by personal experience and a history of triumph over challenges with the power and guidance of God. I am dedicated to integrating hard work, strong family values, and spiritual beliefs into community involvement as these values reflect my personal journey.

I have Certificates in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) - Mental Health and Addiction Support (Level 4) and Small Business Management. Furthermore, experienced in various industries including hospitality, seasonal, factory, construction, and general support work.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Labourer

Fire Recruitment
, Christchurch
05.2024 - Current
  • Organized tools, supplies, and equipment for specific jobs following supervisor's instructions.
  • Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
  • Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
  • Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.

Event Staff Member

Multi Events Ltd
, Christchurch
12.2022 - 02.2024
  • Supported with organizing and dismantling the event area.
  • Coordinated daily activities in collaboration with team members.
  • Maintained a clean environment by removing trash and debris from around the event area.
  • Delivered first-rate customer service and resolved issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Unloaded equipment from trucks to assist in setting up venue for events.
  • Sold and served refreshments to customers.

Volunteer, Support Worker

Te Waka Aroha
New Brighton, Christchurch
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
  • Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
  • Provided personalized coaching in effective communication, problem solving, and self-esteem development.
  • Led group sessions focused on promoting healthy lifestyles and addressing substance misuse issues.
  • Effectively managed and resolved difficult client situations through the use of de-escalation methods.
  • Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviours.

Narrator for Mental Health App

EverYellow
, Christchurch
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Created voice-over recordings and narrations for EverYellow mental health app.
  • Typed, recorded, and submitted recordings to management.
  • Collaborated with producers and directors to ensure quality of recordings.
  • Provided feedback on scripts and created content prior to recording sessions. Team meetings via Zoom.
  • Reviewed feedback from producers and directors regarding performance quality.
  • Studied and memorized scripts alone and with teams to solidify top-notch delivery.

Labourer

TWS Group
, Christchurch
01.2014 - 12.2018
  • Assisting drill operator to drive piles for Texco Drilling.
  • Casual labourer for Fletcher's Arts Centre Project.
  • Moving materials, clearing and cleaning site, and assisting builders.

Education

Health And Wellbeing

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ

Business and Management

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Lower Hutt, NZ

Skills

Teams

  • Collectively working with staff at Te Waka Aroha and jointly managing the community lounge
  • Working within a team to create content, share ideas, and exchange feedback for a mental health app
  • Group communication via messaging apps and shared social media platforms
  • Skilled at working effectively with teams in different sectors including hospitality, construction, and seasonal work

Time Management

  • Excellent time management skills
  • Always on time for work, very schedule based and live off my planner
  • The tendency to efficiently complete assignments before their due date

Communication

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities (and experience)
  • Effective communication skills, including interpersonal, empathetic, friendliness, and non-verbal cues

Technology

  • Intermediate use in Microsoft office
  • Grown up using computers since the age of 7 years
  • Quick learner regarding required software

Health & Wellbeing

  • Regular gym user
  • Range of knowledge in healthy diets and exercises
  • Proficient in applying several health and wellbeing models

Affiliations

  • My interests are health and wellbeing, exercise and other topics related to self-improvement.
  • I am interested in history and the architecture of buildings from around the 1800's.
  • I appreciate knowledge and wisdom and take an interest in a deeper understanding of life, including philosophy and interpreting symbolism.
  • I enjoy gardening and growing vegetables. I feel gardening is good for our wellbeing and gives us the opportunity to be self-sufficient.
  • I am a very spiritual person and regularly read the scriptures and try my best to live righteously with integrity and honesty.

Certification

  • Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) - Mental Health and Addiction Support.
  • NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3)
  • NZ Certificate in Small Business Management
  • Unit standards in hospitality
  • Unit standards in mechanical engineering

References

1. Rev. Katrina Hill,

Reverend and Overseer of East Anglican Parish and leading supervisor of Te Waka Aroha.

Email: katrina@tewakaaroha.org.nz

Mobile: 0297703098

2. Ro Leitch,

Social Worker and manager at Te Waka Aroha.

Email: ro@tewakaaroha.org.nz

Mobile: 02102253650

Timeline

Labourer

Fire Recruitment
05.2024 - Current

Volunteer, Support Worker

Te Waka Aroha
07.2023 - 11.2023

Narrator for Mental Health App

EverYellow
06.2023 - 10.2023

Event Staff Member

Multi Events Ltd
12.2022 - 02.2024

Labourer

TWS Group
01.2014 - 12.2018

Health And Wellbeing

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Business and Management

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

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