Teree Stephens
Hamilton,Waikato
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background in support roles, including significant experience with Mindfull Support. Excelled in providing emotional support and daily living assistance, enhancing client well-being and independence. Skilled in time management and excellent communication, consistently achieving positive outcomes in client advocacy and mental health assistance.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
New World, Te Rapa
In Home Educator
PORSE In-Home Childcare
Untrained Teacher Reliever
Waikato Kindergarten Association
Support Worker
Mindfull Support
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independence and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues etc
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Enhanced clients' daily living skills by supporting activities such as cooking and budgeting.
- Provided emotional support to clients, improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Assisted in creating safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering sense of security and belonging.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
Education
National Certificate In Travel And Tourism - Levels 3 & 4
Wintec
HamiltonNational Certificate In Early Childcare Level 3 -
Porse
HamiltonNational Certificate In Mental Health & Addictions - Level 4
Wintec
HamiltonSkills
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety
- Emotional Support
- Daily living assistance
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Personal care assistance
- Disability care
- Mental health assistance
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Client Advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- De- Esculation Skills
Timeline
Support Worker
Mindfull Support
05.2022 - Current
Merchandiser
New World, Te Rapa
In Home Educator
PORSE In-Home Childcare
Untrained Teacher Reliever
Waikato Kindergarten Association
National Certificate In Travel And Tourism - Levels 3 & 4
Wintec
National Certificate In Early Childcare Level 3 -
Porse
National Certificate In Mental Health & Addictions - Level 4
Wintec
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