2/105 Malabar Road South Coogee, Sydney, New South Wales 2034 Australia
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Resourceful community development worker who utilizes creativity, effective communication and teamwork to build strong realtionships both within the work place and the community.

With a deep understanding of issues facing families from low income backgrounds and the ability to work with sensitivity and compassion I feel as though i am able to develop and manage sustainable projects that meet the needs of the clients as well as the needs of the company of which i work in.

Within 3 months of working for Sydney University i was promoted from Volunteer to Community Worker. Within 6 months i was given the opportunity to replace my supervisor when she took maternity leave and also the responsibility of independently managing the 'Young Parents' side of the research project. 

I've been a panelist for ANZ Bank and the Benevolent Society, discussing the importance of their savings initiative 'The Saver Plus program' and identifying the problems faced by low income families.

Red Cross and ABC produced a small documentary on Young parents. I was fortunate enough to be featured in this segment. I was then asked to become a mentor for young mums.

South Eastern Illawarra Area Health Services (SESIAHS) identified a need to train Health and allied health staff on how to work with young parents. Myself along with three other women were chosen to develop and facilitate workshops within public hospitals. This resulted in the development of a DVD resource and website of which is still being used across the board.

 

 

Jan 2010 - Present

Company name: Sydney University & UNSW Location: Sydney, Australia Company web site: http://www-faculty.edfac.usyd.edu.au/projects/wfgu/       Job Title: Community Development Officer Job Type: Part-time Detailed Description: Working From The Ground Up is a project studying urban renewal and community participation in social housing neighbourhoods in Maroubra and Matraville. The project aims to work with residents and services in the area to explore what community initiatives work to create opportunities which will improve health and well-being. Roles and responsibilities • Working with young, local families • Assisting with community event planning • Connecting with and supporting local residents • Case planning and referring clients to appropriate, existing services • Developing, Co-ordinating & facilitating community development projects • Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders • Contributing to decision making processes • Budgeting and money handling • Attending and organizing meetings • Developing flyers, posters and leaflets for projects • Facilitating groups and small projects • Report writing

Jan 2005 - Present

Company name: CHOISES YOUNG WOMENS HOUSING CO-OP Location: Sydney, Australia Industry: Administration & Secretarial       Job Title: Maintenance Officer Job Type: Part-time Position Department: Admin/Office Support Summary: CHOISES young women's housing is a co-operative ran through the Office of Community Housing (OCH). Detailed Description: Roles and responsibilities • Trainer – Training new members through probation period. • Secretary – Admin, Creating meeting agendas • Minute taking – Requires me to attend meetings, take notes, clarify decisions • Maintenance - complaints, compliance, Manage phone enquiries, schedule appointments, Manage the property in relation to maintenance both internally and externally, Implement admin skills to create maintenance logs so as to monitor the works progress, consulting with trades people on both minor and large scale problems, work within organizational standard, create monthly reports and table any relevant information.

Jan 2011 - Jul 2011

Company name: Kooloora Community Centre Location: Malabar, Australia Industry: Education & Childcare Comments: Although I'm not qualified as a childcare worker, I was asked to help out with a local play group twice a week. I was able to assist with setting up for group, art and story time. I also volunteered as a trainer/ Facilitator for a Spanish women's computer class. As the organisation only required my support for a short period of time, i no longer work there.       Job Title: Child Care Worker Job Type: Casual/Temporary Position Department: Community, Sport & Leisure Closest Job Role: Non Profit Detailed Description: Roles and responsibilities o Set up equipment and activity tables o Read stories and assist families with age appropriate art activities o Connect with families

Jun 2010

Company name: Randwick Council & Maroubra Shack Location: sydney, Australia       Job Title: Events Assistant Job Type: Casual/Temporary Position Department: Community, Sport & Leisure Closest Job Role: Volunteer Detailed Description: Roles and responsibilities • Assisting with Event budget planning • Building relationships with stakeholders • Implementing Event run Sheets • Invites and confirmation letters • Contributing to decision making process

Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

Company name: SESAIAHS Health Location: Sydney, Australia Industry: Health, Medical & Pharma       Job Title: Work shop facilitator Job Type: Part-time Closest Job Role: Allied Health Consultant Detailed Description: Roles and responsibilities • Design and implement individual training programs for health staff • Coaching and mentoring health staff on awareness and conduct around single young parents • Delivering training – group sessions and one-on-one • Prepare media presentations internally

Jan 2008

Company name: Parramatta Mission Location: Parramatta, Australia       Job Title: Support Worker Job Type: Casual/Temporary Position Department: Community, Sport & Leisure Closest Job Role: Non Profit Detailed Description: Roles and responsibilities • Assisting in the day-to-day running of the crisis accommodation centre • Mentoring, coaching & assisting homeless youths in terms of motivation • Assessing homeless youth’s needs and offering them assistance in terms of counseling, meals & housing • Liaising with external services to assist the clients needs • Utilizing specialist communication skills to break through language and cultural barriers

Dec 2015

Institution: CHOISES Institution Type: Association/Club Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Community housing & Co-operative living

Apr 2011

Institution: NSW TAFE Institution Type: TAFE Location: Randwick, Australia Course Name: Training and Assessing Grade: Certificate 4

Jul 2010

Institution: Ultimo Tafe Institution Type: TAFE Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Events, Travel and Tourism Management Grade: Certificate 4

Mar 2009

Institution: Red Cross Institution Type: TAFE Location: Randwick, Australia Course Name: Identifying Young Persons at Risk of Harm

Jan 2009

Institution: NewTrain Institution Type: College Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Youth Work Grade: Certificate 4

Sep 2008

Institution: NSW Health Department Institution Type: College Location: Randwick Course Name: Identifying & Responding to Children at Risk of Harm – NSW Health Dept. – 2008 Grade: NSW Health Department

Sep 2008 - Sep 2008

Institution: Tafe Institution Type: TAFE Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Infant Resuscitation & CPR Course

Jul 2008

Institution: Benevolent Society Institution Type: College Location: Bondi, Australia Course Name: Budgeting – ANZ Bank Grade: Saver Plus Training – ANZ Bank

Apr 2008 - Apr 2008

Institution: Newtrain Institution Type: College Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Utilizing Specialist Communication Skills

Feb 2008

Institution: Tafe Institution Type: TAFE Location: Randwick, Australia Course Name: Drug & Alcohol Awareness Training

Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

Institution: Tafe Institution Type: TAFE Location: randwick, Australia Course Name: Outreach Support Grade: Statement of Attainment

Jan 2005 - Feb 2005

Institution: BARMAX Australia Institution Type: College Location: Sydney, Australia Course Name: Barmax Bar & Cocktail Course Study Units/Modules: Responsible Service of Alcohol Responsible Service of Gambling

Jan 1970 - Jan 1970

Education & Training, Professional development, Family and health, Arts and culture, Community engagement , Project development.

Job Seeking Status:	Seriously Looking
I am on a notice period (days):	0
I am available from:	1st November 2011
Would you relocate for a job?	Open to Offers
Gender:	Female
Marital Status:	Cohabitating
Do I have a drivers license?	Yes