I am a dedicated and compassionate second-year student at Auckland University of Technology, working towards a Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy), with a strong commitment to helping others. Being of Māori descent, I deeply value the principles of tikanga and the importance of not only Māori, but all cultural perspectives. As a mama to a four-year-old boy, an employee, and a student, I have honed my time management and multitasking skills, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. I am eager to gain and apply knowledge to foster a supportive environment, promoting inclusivity for future placements. I am passionate about community engagement and great at building meaningful relationships. I am looking forward to contributing positively to the field of Occupational Therapy.
Totara Farm Trust supports individuals with disabilities in a home-like environment. Prioritizing person-directed care, promoting safety, community engagement, and personal goal attainment. This is a longitudinal fieldwork experience placement, where I attend one day a week for 10 weeks, during which I can develop my knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to facilitating occupational performance and participation for small groups of people.
Goodwood Park, Ramarama is a rehabilitation facility located that supports individuals with complex needs, specifically individuals who are recovering and or living with traumatic brain injuries, mental health complexities, and supporting the reintegration of offenders. With a multidisciplinary team present 24 hours a day, residents can experience a secure environment to help learn how to live on their own before being reintroduced to society, and help them live free of crime.
Competencies shown for the placement.
Renée Fitisemanu
Kaiwhakaao and Kaiwhakahaere Whakaora Ngangahau (AUT)
P: 09 921 9999 ext 30016 or E: renee.fitisemanu@aut.ac.nz
Ami Vangils
HR Manager, Kuehne + Nagel
E: ami.vangils@freightways.co.nz
Samantha Farrell
Business owner, MBM
P: 021-474-878, or E: mbm@magnagroup.co.nz
Danelle Horne
National Accounting Manager
P: 09 257 3903, or E: danelle.horne@kuehne-nagel.com
Nic Telford
Divisional Manager, St. John Youth
P: 09 266 3765 or 027 222 7968
Graeme Davidson
Co-worker, Kuehne-Nagel
P: 021-284-9632, or E: graeme.davidson@kuehne-nagel.com
License: NZ Full Drivers License & Vehicle