Toni Baker
Wainoni, Christchurch
Summary
Dedicated and eager to help young people reach full potential through positive and effective support. Compassionate and encouraging with four years of experience working with youth of all ages and backgrounds. Assists youth in navigating various situations using healthy coping skills, and creating networks of support collaboratively with the tamariki and their whānau at the forefront.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Liaison
Chisnallwood Intermediate
01.2023 - Current
- Connecting individuals with appropriate and relevant resources/supports.
- Created and implemented programs to address specific needs for akonga.
- Facilitated community involvement and connection in partnership with whānau.
- Approached issues proactively and collaboratively to best meet current and future needs for our tamariki.
- Educated young people about strategies for emotional wellbeing, sense of self and identity.
- Supported tamariki through development of new life skills and engagement with the education system.
- Helped whānau navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Kept meticulous case files, with accurate and appropriate information. Furthermore produced accurate reporting for all facilities within a school context.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
Engagement Liaison/Attendance Officer
Chisnallwood Intermediate
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and engagement methodology attempted.
- Called whānau to inquire about late or truant students, with the intent to work collaboratively to address barriers of attendance.
- Developed exceptional time management, relationship building and organizational skills from working in busy school setting with various parties.
- Skilled at independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Teacher Aide
Chisnallwood Intermediate
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of akonga.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities such as delivering lego therapy.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behaviour in public settings as well as actively promoting engagement and participation.
Education
Bachelor of Youth and Community - Social Work, Education, Human Services
University of Canterbury
Christchurch07.2024
Skills
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Reports and Record Keeping
- Community Support Navigation
- Youth Guidance and Mentoring
- Program Coordination and Execution
- Youth Interviewing
- Emotional Support Abilities
- Behavioural Skills Development and Support
- Conduct Home Visits and Relationship Formation
- Youth Advocacy
- Case Management
Timeline
Community Liaison
Chisnallwood Intermediate
01.2023 - Current
Engagement Liaison/Attendance Officer
Chisnallwood Intermediate
01.2022 - 12.2022
Teacher Aide
Chisnallwood Intermediate
11.2019 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Youth and Community - Social Work, Education, Human Services
University of Canterbury
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