Dynamic and versatile professional with extensive experience in diverse roles, including Support Worker in a Therapeutic Foster Home, Underground Heavy Equipment Operator in the mining industry, Business Coordinator, and Sales Representative. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and ethical practices across various sectors. Skilled in operating heavy machinery with precision in challenging underground environments, providing emotional and behavioral support to foster children, driving business operations, and achieving sales targets.
Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, clients, and stakeholders to meet and exceed objectives. Proficient in managing and executing projects, maintaining high safety standards, and providing exceptional customer service. Adaptable and resilient, with a keen ability to learn and apply new skills in dynamic settings. Dedicated to fostering positive outcomes and delivering value in every professional capacity.
Providing Emotional Support: Offer compassionate support and understanding to foster children, helping them to feel safe, valued, and listened to.
Behavioral Management: Implement behavioral strategies and support plans to manage challenging behaviors in a positive and constructive manner.
Daily Care and Supervision: Assist with the daily care needs of children, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe living environment.
Educational Support: Support children’s educational needs, including homework help and coordination with educational professionals to ensure that their learning needs are met.
Therapeutic Support: Work closely with therapists and counselors to implement therapeutic plans and strategies to support the emotional and psychological well-being of the children.
Activity Planning: Organize and facilitate recreational and educational activities that promote the children’s physical, emotional, and social development.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to crises and emergencies in a calm and effective manner, providing support and intervention as needed.
Family Support: Assist in maintaining connections with biological families where appropriate, and support foster families in their caregiving roles.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of children’s progress, incidents, and daily activities; report any concerns to the appropriate professionals.
Professional Collaboration: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of social workers, therapists, educators, and medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care for the children.
Equipment Operation: Operated a variety of heavy machinery, including loaders, haul trucks, and drills, ensuring efficient excavation and transportation of materials within the underground mine.
Safety Protocols: Adhered to strict safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment for all team members. Conducted regular equipment checks and maintenance to prevent operational hazards.
Productivity and Efficiency: Monitored equipment performance to ensure optimal productivity and efficiency in material extraction and transportation processes.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Performed routine maintenance on heavy machinery and equipment. Identified and diagnosed equipment issues, performing minor repairs or coordinating with maintenance teams for more complex issues.
Team Collaboration: Worked closely with mining engineers, technicians, and other equipment operators to coordinate operations and achieve project objectives. Contributed to team meetings and safety briefings to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensured compliance with mining regulations and environmental standards, including proper waste management and minimizing the impact of mining operations on the environment.