Victoria Broullon Wakefield
Christchurch,Linwood
Summary
I am passionate about people, driving positive transformation and achieving results.Dedicated and eager to help young people reach full potential through positive and effective support. Compassionate and encouraging with 4 years of experience working with youth of all ages. Assists youth in navigating various situations using healthy coping skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Worker
Key Assets
12.2022 - Current
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
Personal Trainer
Self-employed
01.2006 - Current
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
Foster Care Provider
Key Assets
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
Personal Trainer
Total Fitness
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Developed specialized programs for athletes of all levels to reach competition goals.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Christchurch Bikram Yoga
06.2013 - 12.2016
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Led up to 6 classes per week.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ2026
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA 08.1990
Skills
- Prepare Reports
- Behaviour Support
- Youth Guidance
- Educational Activities
Certification
Bikram Yoga Teacher Training Spring 2013 (3 month intensive certification program in Los Angeles, CA)
Languages
Maori
Elementary
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Youth Worker
Key Assets
12.2022 - Current
Foster Care Provider
Key Assets
07.2019 - 10.2022
Personal Trainer
Total Fitness
07.2017 - 01.2020
Certified Yoga Instructor
Christchurch Bikram Yoga
06.2013 - 12.2016
Personal Trainer
Self-employed
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Temple University
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