Sophie Cameron

• Strengthened skills in promoting health, wellbeing, and independence through person-centred support.
• Learned to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring holistic care.
• Built confidence in support planning, goal setting, and monitoring progress tailored to individual needs.
• Enhanced communication skills by building trust with clients and whānau while respecting cultural values and preferences.
• Gained experience in balancing empathy with professional boundaries in practice.

Placement supervisor Therese Styles (Registered Social Worker).

• Learnt how to be self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Worked collaboratively with Heretaunga Women's centre to facilitate a knitting group for the Special Care Baby Unit.
• Worked alongside a diverse group of individuals.
• Non-judgmental practice.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Placement supervisor Sean Robins ( Probation Officer).

• Operated checkout systems, processed payments, and handled cash transactions accurately
• Assisted customers with queries, returns, and product information
• Ordered and managed magazine stock, ensuring availability and attractive presentation

• Grading and packing fruit based on quality specifications
• Verifying the quantity of products against packing lists
• Assisting in the export process of fruit shipments
• Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in packhouse operations.