Te Aroha Toru
Tawa, Wellington,WGN
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Safety-conscious and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact. Dedicated and professional, with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments, and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure, and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kaiarahi / Navigator
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Porirua, Porirua
03.2023 - Current
- Actively listened to clients in order to identify their needs and provide effective solutions.
- Connected clients with local organizations that can provide additional assistance or specialized services if necessary.
- Attended trainings or seminars related to professional development opportunities.
- Educated clients about available resources within the community related to housing, employment, health care, legal aid.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss complex cases and review treatment plans.
- Facilitated client referrals to community agencies or other organizations as needed.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as social workers, case managers, medical staff. to coordinate care for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed individualized service plans for clients based on their needs, preferences, and goals.
- Performed follow-up visits with former clients to assess their continued success post-intervention.
- Conducted intake assessments with new clients to determine eligibility for services and develop appropriate action plans.
- Maintained high level of professionalism and calmness with personnel, even in high-stress situations.
- Trained new team members on navigational duties, monitored performance and provided ongoing support and mentoring.
Truancy Officer
Toa Runanga O Toa Rangatira
Porirua, Porirua
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with community organizations, social service agencies, and other stakeholders in order to provide additional resources for struggling families or individuals.
- Investigated unexcused absences by interviewing students and their families.
- Educated students on the consequences associated with habitual absenteeism.
- Provided referrals for mental health or substance abuse treatment when appropriate.
- Participated in regular meetings designed to review current trends in student attendance data.
- Developed individualized plans for students in order to reduce the number of days absent from school.
- Created positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure they understand the importance of regular attendance at school.
- Conducted home visits when necessary to better understand why a student is not attending school regularly.
- Interacted with students, families, and school personnel to identify root causes of truancy.
Attendance Advisor
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Porirua, Porirua
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Reviewed relevant data from previous years' performance evaluations when evaluating current year's progress towards meeting set goals for improved student attendance rates.
- Organized extracurricular events that encouraged good behavior and regular class participation among students.
- Provided assistance in developing processes for monitoring individualized education plan requirements for students who have special needs.
- Created interventions designed to reduce truancy among high-risk students.
- Worked closely with other departments within the school system on various initiatives related to improving student engagement and attendance.
- Maintained confidential records of all student absences according to state guidelines.
- Initiated contact with students' families when necessary to address chronic absences or tardiness issues.
- Assisted in the development of plans to improve overall school attendance goals.
Teacher Aide
Maori bank
Maori Bank, Upper Hutt
01.2012 - 03.2019
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Education
Frist Aide
Te Roopu Awhina
Porirua, NZ04-2024
Leadership
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Wellington03-2024
Safe Driving Course
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Wellington, NZ02-2023
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Whanau Ora
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Wellington, NZ01-2021
Skills
- Client assessment
- Service planning
- Community resources
- Record keeping
- Case management
- Collaboration skills
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Multitasking Abilities
- Leadership qualities
- Time management
Affiliations
- Dragon boat racing
- Darts
Timeline
Kaiarahi / Navigator
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
03.2023 - Current
Truancy Officer
Toa Runanga O Toa Rangatira
03.2022 - 11.2023
Attendance Advisor
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
03.2019 - 03.2022
Teacher Aide
Maori bank
01.2012 - 03.2019
Frist Aide
Te Roopu Awhina
Leadership
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Safe Driving Course
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Whanau Ora
Toa Te Roopu Awhina
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