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Overview
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Education
Skills
Leadership Experience
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Languages
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VENUS RONGOKAHIRA RAPANA

VENUS RONGOKAHIRA RAPANA

24 MCDowell Street, Springfield, ROTORUA,BOP

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate individual driven by a deep desire to support and assist others in any way possible. Objective is to provide a sense of safety and reassurance to those in need. Throughout my career I have consistently gravitated towards roles that offer care and nurture imparting knowledge to others, while embracing the opportunity to learn from those around.

Also passionate working and learning with in a Māori base context and supporting whanau and community.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Inspector

Visions of a Helping Hand Charitable Trust
11.2023 - 02.2025
  • Conducted detailed evaluations ensuring regulatory adherence.

  • Conducted thorough inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.

  • Full time: 40 hrs excluding weekends

Security Guard/Supervisor on rover truck

Visions of a Helping Hand Charitable Trust
02.2021 - 10.2023
  • Overseen security operations and patrol duties on rover truck.
  • Full Time-12 hour shifts/rotation including weekends

Support Care Worker

Ministry of Social Development
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Provided essential care and assistance for individuals with diverse needs.
  • Part Time

Senior Caregiver/Hospital Unit

The Village at the Park
02.2017 - 03.2019
  • Supported patient care in diverse medical settings.
  • Night shifts Saturday-Wednesday
  • Position: Senior Caregiver/Dementia Unit
  • Rotating Shifts: AM/PM, Nights

Healthcare worker/Hospital and Respite

Sprott House
05.2013 - 09.2016
  • Delivered high-quality patient care in hospital and respite settings.
  • Senior Healthcare worker/Dementia unit
  • 6 days on, 2 days off

Early Childhood Educator, Assistant Supervisor, Supervisor/Head Teacher, Manager, Centre Manager

Whaea Venus
06.1998 - 07.2012
  • Position/s: Early Childhood Educator
  • Managed center operations to ensure smooth functioning and compliance with educational standards.

Sapper (W)

Royal New Zealand Regular Force Army
01.1988 - 01.1991
  • Held position of Sapper in Whangarei recruitment office, referenced as L56038.
  • Based: Linton Military Camp, Palmerston North

Education

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education

01.2006

Diploma of Teaching - Early Childhood Education

01.1997

New Zealand Nanny's Certificate -

01.1993

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Social skill
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Patience
  • Caring
  • Compassion
  • Loving
  • Kind
  • Empathy
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Observant
  • Attention to detail

Leadership Experience

  • Team Supervision & Management: Demonstrated strong leadership abilities and providing direction and support to staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care, safety, education, and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Operations & Process Management: Developed and implemented efficient processes and procedures in various settings. Successfully led teams, maintained compliance with industry standards, health and safety to ensure operational goals were consistently met.
  • Training & Development: Actively mentored and trained staff in early childhood education, health care, and security, focusing on skill development, performance enhancement, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
  • Communication & Problem-Solving: Led teams through complex challenges, utilizing strong communication and problem-solving skills to address issues promptly, resolve conflicts, and maintain team morale.
  • Report & Documentation: Proven ability to maintain thorough and accurate records, including, healthcare reports and observations, security reports, property inspection documentation, and caregiving logs, ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with relevant regulations.

Personal Information

License: BO495500

Accomplishments

    Conducted health and safety certificates stages 1,2,3.

Languages

Maori
Elementary

Timeline

Property Inspector

Visions of a Helping Hand Charitable Trust
11.2023 - 02.2025

Security Guard/Supervisor on rover truck

Visions of a Helping Hand Charitable Trust
02.2021 - 10.2023

Support Care Worker

Ministry of Social Development
07.2019 - 02.2020

Senior Caregiver/Hospital Unit

The Village at the Park
02.2017 - 03.2019

Healthcare worker/Hospital and Respite

Sprott House
05.2013 - 09.2016

Early Childhood Educator, Assistant Supervisor, Supervisor/Head Teacher, Manager, Centre Manager

Whaea Venus
06.1998 - 07.2012

Sapper (W)

Royal New Zealand Regular Force Army
01.1988 - 01.1991

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education

Diploma of Teaching - Early Childhood Education

New Zealand Nanny's Certificate -

VENUS RONGOKAHIRA RAPANA