Lusi Abernethy
Christchurch,New Zealand
Summary
I am a smart and dedicated student, currently enrolled in my first year of the Master of Science in Child and Family Psychology program at the University of Canterbury. I received my Bachelor of Science majoring in psychology and minoring in neuroscience at the University of Otago. I possess a vast range of academic, occupational and social skills. I am a loyal, responsible, positive team player and thrive on taking on new challengers. I am a hard worker, fast learner and have a strong work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Support Worker
Emerge Aotearoa
Christchurch, New Zealand
03.2024 - Current
- Provide emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults
- Accompanied clients to appointments and assisted them with their daily needs
- Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning
Volunteer
Star Jam
03.2023 - Current
- Volunteer at Star Jam, supporting young people with disabilities at weekly singing and dancing workshops
- Provide support and encouragement and supervise the ‘jammers’ to ensure they feel included, safe and have fun at the workshops
- In this role I require great listening, communication and de-escalation skills, patience, empathy and kindness and high energy
Casual Mental Health Support Worker
MASH Trust
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided mental health and disability support to a range of diverse clients in a residential home
- Handled flexible shifts, supported personal cares, medication assistance and one-on-one support for clients with varying needs
- Developed skills in communication, patience, teamwork, multitasking, conflict resolution, and community and residential support for challenging clients from different backgrounds
Advisor
Pacific Health Manatu Hauora
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked in an Advisor role for the Pacific public health team, assisting in developing New Zealand’s first Pacific Health Strategy
- Organised and liaised with key Pacific community leaders and organisations for community engagements
- I took notes at these engagements and synthesized feedback from over 40 community engagements, contributing to the strategies focus areas
- Developed strong community, time management, teamwork and networking skills
Tutor
Mercy Centre of Learning
03.2022 - 11.2022
- I tutored for Māori and Pacific students from local Otago high schools part time during my time at university
- I was responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts, complete assignments and manage their homework
- It also involved a mentor type role in ensuring additional support was given to the students' who required it
- This job provided great experience in skills such as communication, patience and problem solving
Babysitter
01.2017 - 12.2021
- I was a casual babysitter for three children for 4 years starting at the ages 7, 9 and 11
- I was responsible for caring and looking after them including cooking, entertaining, supervising and cleaning up around the house
- I enjoyed this job as did the kids and I was often quoted as ‘their favorite'
- I gained valuable life skills through this job such as effective communications, reliability, creativity, time management and patience
Education
Master of Science - Child And Family Psychology
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Neuroscience
OTAGO UNIVERSITY
NCEA Level 3 -
Wellington East Girls' College
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Presentation Design
- Spreadsheet development
- Transcription and dictation
- Life Skills Development
- Personal care assistance
Academicawards
- Futures that work Le Va scholarships, 2022, 2024
- Ministry of Health Pacific Scholarship, 2021
- Otago University Pasifika Entrance Scholarship, 2020
Timeline
Casual Support Worker
Emerge Aotearoa
03.2024 - Current
Casual Mental Health Support Worker
MASH Trust
11.2023 - 03.2024
Volunteer
Star Jam
03.2023 - Current
Advisor
Pacific Health Manatu Hauora
11.2022 - 05.2023
Tutor
Mercy Centre of Learning
03.2022 - 11.2022
Babysitter
01.2017 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Child And Family Psychology
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Neuroscience
OTAGO UNIVERSITY
NCEA Level 3 -
Wellington East Girls' College
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