Martha Paewhenua
Hamilton,Hamilton
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with extensive experience in behavior change and resource accessibility for clients, successfully facilitating holistic and cognitive recovery approaches. Demonstrated commitment to professional development through participation in numerous trainings, seminars, and conferences. Proven ability to enhance processes and services that support patient care, education, and research.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disabilities Support Worker
Aspires Disabilities Waikato
Hamilton, Hamilton
05.2024 - Current
- Utilized data and experience to coordinate patient care and rehabilitation.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Supervised other workers and caregivers providing services to clients.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
Addictions Family Social Worker
The Salvation Army Waikato Bridge
CBD, Hamilton
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted families in identifying and accessing resources to meet their needs.
- Created tailored service plans addressing client requirements and family dynamics.
- Facilitated on-site evaluations of familial relationships for enhancement opportunities.
- Collaborated with community partners to ensure that clients received appropriate services or referrals.
- Actively listened to clients' concerns while providing emotional support throughout the course of treatment.
- Educated families about available community resources that could help them improve their quality of life.
- Maintained professional qualifications via ongoing workshops.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
AOD Case Worker
The Salvation Army Waikato Bridge
CBD, Hamilton
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.
- Contributed to discussions about case updates and treatment suggestions in team meetings.
- Delivered cognitive behavioral therapy sessions to address client needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need.
- Cultivated rapport through open and effective dialogue.
- Conducted client interviews individually and in family groups to assess specific needs.
- Evaluated client needs, strengths, and resources to formulate treatment plans.
- Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
- Recorded client progress and interactions accurately, meeting agency guidelines.
- Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Conducted both individual and group therapy to enhance communication.
Security Guard
Sky City Hamilton
Hamilton CBD, Hamilton
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Monitored security cameras to identify and respond to suspicious activity.
- Assisted with searches of personnel, vehicles, packages.
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized persons.
- Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to management.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Conducted daily security patrols of assigned areas.
- Provided first aid for minor medical issues and called paramedics during emergencies.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Interacted with law enforcement officials to report incidents or violations of laws and regulations.
- Completed incident reports regarding violations of policies or procedures.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Oversaw interactions with local authorities and managed emergencies with professional composure.
Personal Trainer and Lead Group Instructor
Anytime Fitness Avalon
Avalon, Hamilton
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Built and established relationships with members and guests to help in pursuit of fitness goals.
- Wiped down exercise mats, weights and equipment prior to and after use.
- Assisted clients with developing reasonable diets and nutritional guidelines.
- Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
- Treated minor injuries and administered first aid.
- Explained principles of nutrition including basic dietary guidelines to help optimize results.
- Promoted classes and facility amenities on social media.
- Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services offered or upcoming events.
- Invited individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in classes.
- Measured client overall fitness by completing comprehensive evaluations and physician clearances.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
- Built and continually expanded knowledge and expertise on latest fitness trends and programs and kept class content fresh and interesting.
- Provided instruction in stretching techniques to improve flexibility and reduce risk of injury.
- Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bicultural Social Work
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Hamilton03-2021
Level 4 in Personal Training
New Zealand Institute of Health And Fitness
Hamilton, NZ01-2016
Skills
- Patient care
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized service planning
- Emotional support
- Client advocacy
- Communication facilitation
- Community outreach
- Program development
- Positive reinforcement
- Needs assessment
- Cultural awareness
- Case management
- Safety management
- Individual support plans
- Risk assessments
- Goal setting and planning
- Lifestyle support
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Affiliations
- A team member in the Hamilton City Tigers Waahine Rugby League supporting youth to engage in sports within our community
- Captain for our Hamilton City Tigers Touch team 2024 to 2025
- Contracted to Lead Group Fitness within Gyms throughout the Waikato
- Practicing Yoga Instructor
Languages
Maori
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Te Reo Māori for Professional's level 1
- Keeping Children Safe Training
- Introduction to FASD Modules 1 and 2 (Te Pou)
- De-escalation Training
- Trauma Informed Training (Te Pou)
- Addictions 101 training (Te Pou)
Timeline
Disabilities Support Worker
Aspires Disabilities Waikato
05.2024 - Current
Addictions Family Social Worker
The Salvation Army Waikato Bridge
02.2024 - Current
AOD Case Worker
The Salvation Army Waikato Bridge
06.2023 - Current
Security Guard
Sky City Hamilton
02.2021 - 06.2023
Personal Trainer and Lead Group Instructor
Anytime Fitness Avalon
01.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Bicultural Social Work
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Level 4 in Personal Training
New Zealand Institute of Health And Fitness
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