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Hi, I’m
Byron Persello
MA (psychology) Graduate
Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely.
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Summary
Ethical and conscientious person with a range of experiences across varying fields of work. Skilled at eliciting details during problem analysis and solution formation. Values clarity and accountability of self and individuals. Skilled at adapting to changing circumstances and accounting for varied input of others. A continual learner.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications
Work History
University of Witwatersrand
Teaching assistant
02.2022 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Reviewed and graded 1st year student's term papers.
- Provided constructive feedback to student's on improving their writing and research skills.
- Invigilated end of term examinations, distributing and collecting papers, monitoring students.
South African College of Applied PsychologyOnline
Peer Assistant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisting the South African College of Applied Psychology by providing select students with academic and psychosocial support to become self-sufficient students.
- One-on-one meetings with students to identify challenging areas of work and provide guidance and support on addressing these challenges.
- Where appropriate provide emotional support.
- Review student academic writing to provide constructive feedback.
- Monitor and review student progress.
Hashtag Escape
General manager
10.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Training new employees on roles and responsibilities within the business.
- Event coordination of marriage proposals, bachelor parties, and corporate functions.
- Taking bookings, phone calls, payments, cash up, and repairs.
- Engaging with clients on a personal level to achieve optimal client satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented changes to the client experience leading to increased efficiency for clients and staff.
Byron Franco Persello
Research Executive
05.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Edited and updated client’s market and consumer research reports
- Cleaned and gathered data
- Wrote and edited a survey for client’s consumer index
- Headed the research report for client’s business market viability
Featherbed Nature Reserve
Provincial Tour Guide
09.2014 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Educated, guided, and engaged with clients about history and environment of tour sites.
- Responsible for guiding groups of up 120 clients on tours of the Western Peninsula Nature Reserve.
- Maintained and updated knowledge of the local and surrounding economic-ecological changes.
- Responsible for client safety on the hiking tour; path viability, animal presence, and client health.
University of Johannesburg
Emergency Medical Care Assistant
01.2012 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Worked as a student paramedic on public and private ambulances.
- Responsible for assessment and treatment of patients in non-critical conditions.
- Responsible for assessment and treatment of patients in critical conditions under supervision of qualified paramedics and doctors.
- Successfully completed hospital emergency wards, maternity wards, and theatre operation shifts.
- Work experience required clear, rationale thinking under pressure and strong work ethic.
South African College of Applied Psychology
Psychosocial Support
09.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Developed and implemented skill workshops for at-risk youths.
- Provided psychosocial support for identified youth experiencing challenges in their lives.
- Developed rapport and interpersonal relationships with the youths through tandem physical training the organization provided.
- Responsible for report writing on development status of identified youths.
Education
Witwatersrand University of JohannesburgJohannesburg, South Africa
Master of Arts from Cognitive Psychology And Psycholinguistics
01.2022 - 02.2023
University Overview
- Received the Postgraduate Merit Award in recognition of prior academic success for funding of the MA.
South African College of Applied PsychologyJohannesburg, South Africa
Bachelor of Social Science Honours from Psychology
01.2020 - 12.2020
University Overview
- Elected student representative for the 2020 honours student intake.
- Completed Cum Laude.
South African College of Applied PsychologyJohannesburg, South Africa
Bachelor of Applied Social Science from Counselling And Psychology
01.2017 - 12.2019
University Overview
- Study period included practical work of project management, psychosocial support, workshop development, and report generation at a local NPO, Fight With Insight.
- Elected student representative for the 2017 and 2018 student cohort of the Bachelor of Applied Social Science.
University of JohannesburgJohannesburg, South Africa
Bachelor of Science from Emergency Medical Care
01.2012 - 09.2014
University Overview
- Theoretical components of emergency care in urban and wilderness environments completed
- Practical training of rescue operations and emergency medical interventions in hospitals and on scene of incidents.
- Withdrawn from degree before completion for personal care.
Skills
Report writing
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Krita digital painting
SPSS
Certification
Licensed provincial culture tour guide - 2015 to 2017
Interests
Enrolling and learning through short courses
Creative writing
Circular economy
Crafting
Crafting with wood and clay
I create wooden and clay projects of varying natures; side tables, rings, cutlery. The woodworking is an enjoyable exercise in problem solving, skill development, and satisfaction of a completed project. The clay projects are figurine sculpting that foster patience, creativity, and appreciation.
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Timeline
Peer Assistant
South African College of Applied Psychology
01.2023 - Current
Teaching assistant
University of Witwatersrand
02.2022 - 11.2022
Witwatersrand University of Johannesburg
Master of Arts from Cognitive Psychology And Psycholinguistics
01.2022 - 02.2023
Research Executive
Byron Franco Persello
05.2021 - 08.2021
South African College of Applied Psychology
Bachelor of Social Science Honours from Psychology
01.2020 - 12.2020
Psychosocial Support
South African College of Applied Psychology
09.2019 - 11.2019
South African College of Applied Psychology
Bachelor of Applied Social Science from Counselling And Psychology
01.2017 - 12.2019
General manager
Hashtag Escape
10.2016 - Current
Licensed provincial culture tour guide - 2015 to 2017
04-2016
Provincial Tour Guide
Featherbed Nature Reserve
09.2014 - 02.2016
Open water 1 diver
06-2013
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Science from Emergency Medical Care
01.2012 - 09.2014
Emergency Medical Care Assistant
University of Johannesburg
01.2012 - 09.2014
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