Jo-Anne Peony Ash
Red Beach,AUK
Summary
What I can bring to this amazing opportunity,
I am experienced in community work and dedicated to assisting the elderly.
I have extensive training in First Aid, Safety Intervention, and office management. My customer service skills are professional and efficient.
Strong interpersonal skills make me a valuable team player with a positive and truley caring demeanor that residents at the Village will appreciate.
I am the type of the employee that will go over and above to support the residents and my employer.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Ember Korowai Takatini
01.2025 - Current
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health, addiction and emotional issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information, and insight into support services available at community level.
- Working with diverse populations and adapting to patient needs as they arise.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
Community Support Worker
Ember Korowai Takatini
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Strength based practice incorporating the Te Titiri o Waitangi principles.
- Managing a full case load covering Rodney and Northshore.
- Cultural Competency
- Clinical record competency and IT literacy.
Small Business Owner Operator
Self Employed
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Contracting to inpatient health services one day a week for the past three years (House of Hope and The Difference Rehabilitation Centres)
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
Customer Service
Central Landscape Supplies
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Customer Facing fast paced role
- Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
- Assessed and resolved customer service problems and executed solutions.
Scale A Teacher
Kerikeri High School
02.2008 - 12.2014
- Scale A Year 7/8 Teacher
Peer Support Specialist
Ember Korowai Takatini
01.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information, and insight into support services available at community level.
Education
Diploma Teaching - Education
University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ11.1994
Bachelor of Education - Education
Waikato University
Hamilton, NZ11.1994
Diploma in Wellness And Relaxation Massage -
Wellpark College
Wellpark College11.2020
St Johns
09.2023
Level 4 Computing
Northland Polytechnic
Northland, NZ11.2008
Peer Support Specialists in ED
Te Rere Te Mana
01-2025
Birthday 04/03/1972 I Require 4 Weeks Notice
Skills
- I believe in my whaiora
- Disability Awareness
- Behavioral support
- Transportation Assistance
- Whanau engagement
- Client Advocacy
- Effective Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Ember Korowai Takatini
01.2025 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Ember Korowai Takatini
01.2025 - Current
Community Support Worker
Ember Korowai Takatini
07.2023 - 01.2025
Customer Service
Central Landscape Supplies
10.2022 - 07.2023
Small Business Owner Operator
Self Employed
01.2018 - 07.2023
Scale A Teacher
Kerikeri High School
02.2008 - 12.2014
Diploma Teaching - Education
University of Waikato
Bachelor of Education - Education
Waikato University
Diploma in Wellness And Relaxation Massage -
Wellpark College
St Johns
Level 4 Computing
Northland Polytechnic
Peer Support Specialists in ED
Te Rere Te Mana
Birthday 04/03/1972 I Require 4 Weeks Notice
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