ROWAN WEST
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
As a dedicated team player with a profound commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, I would work well in a job sharing position. As a mature woman I bring a wealth of experience shaped by my unique background. Descended from Ngāti Apakura and raised in rural Raetihi, I am the youngest of six children. I have raised five children all of whom are independent contributing adults. I've navigated life with a degenerative physical disease and disability since 2002.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Counsellor-in-Training
Maketū Hauora
03.2023 - Current
- Counselled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
Student Counsellor
Marlborough Boys College
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Faith-based Internship
Revival School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Volunteer Coordinator
Community Fruit Marlborough
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Participated in community outreach events to promote volunteer opportunities and enlist new volunteers.
Laboratory technician/Vintage Supervisor
Indevin Winery
01.2009 - 01.2013
Owner/operator – sole charge
Rowan West Wines
01.2007 - 01.2009
Student
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Including work placements at Indevin and Montana, over the vintages.
Director
Biocorp NZ, Ltd
01.1994 - 01.2005
- Consulting, advisory roles, product development, marketing and research and development.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Counselling -
Bethlehem College
Tauranga, NZ05.2024
Theological Internship
Revival School
Te Anau, NZ12.2018
Certificate in Social Services
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Blenheim, NZ2016
Diploma in Wine Production And Viticulture -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Blenheim, NZ2007
First Aid Certificate
Red Cross
Blenheim, NZ2005
Postgraduate Diploma - Microbiology And Immunology
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ1987
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ1987
Skills
- Individualised Mental Health Counselling
- Inclusive worldview
- Bicultural practice utilising Māori health models
- Honed observation and listening skills
- Empathetic, respectful, authentic relational skills
- Reliable, discreet, honest, and trustworthy
- Possessing a good sense of humour and an ability to relate well to individuals of all ages, contributing to a positive and engaging work atmosphere
Referee
Nicole Ecklein
027 461 8775
nicole@southernhemisphere.co.nz
Timeline
Counsellor-in-Training
Maketū Hauora
03.2023 - Current
Student Counsellor
Marlborough Boys College
04.2022 - 12.2022
Faith-based Internship
Revival School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Volunteer Coordinator
Community Fruit Marlborough
01.2014 - 01.2018
Laboratory technician/Vintage Supervisor
Indevin Winery
01.2009 - 01.2013
Owner/operator – sole charge
Rowan West Wines
01.2007 - 01.2009
Student
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
01.2005 - 01.2007
Director
Biocorp NZ, Ltd
01.1994 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Counselling -
Bethlehem College
Theological Internship
Revival School
Certificate in Social Services
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Diploma in Wine Production And Viticulture -
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
First Aid Certificate
Red Cross
Postgraduate Diploma - Microbiology And Immunology
Massey University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Massey University
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