Tyla Poa
Mt Eden,Auckland
Summary
Friendly, hard-working student, studying a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Science at the University of Auckland. With heavy involvement in the Manurewa Squash Club through coaching juniors and handling tournament control has come the development of excellent communication, leadership, and time-management skills. Driven and compassionate, with a natural ability to connect and engage with others, a range of work experience alongside university group work, has led to strong skills in collaborative work with diverse groups.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki
01.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth
- Completed necessary reports to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Involvement in activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
Youth Mentor, MATES Jr Programme
Great Potentials Foundation
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided guidance for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Provided academic support through tutoring sessions
- Encouraged exploration of personal interests by guiding youths in identifying their strengths and passions.
Front of House
Joes Garage
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at front of house.
- Coordinated with kitchen and front of house employees to consistently drive smooth operations.
University Placement
Tāmaki Health
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Worked with patients to understand areas of inequity
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines, including full reports and literature reviews
Receptionist
Dannemora Physiotherapy
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Science -
The University of Auckland
11.2025
High School Diploma -
Baradene College
2020
Skills
- Program planning
- Crisis response
- Office administration
- Public health research
- Primary care experience
Qualifications
First Aid certificate
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Youth Mentor, MATES Jr Programme
Great Potentials Foundation
03.2024 - 11.2024
Casual Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki
01.2024 - Current
University Placement
Tāmaki Health
07.2023 - 10.2023
Front of House
Joes Garage
07.2022 - 11.2023
Receptionist
Dannemora Physiotherapy
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Science -
The University of Auckland
High School Diploma -
Baradene College
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