Johanna Catharina Meyer
Educator
Pongola,KZN
Summary
Caring Youth Care Worker with 10 years of experience mentoring troubled adolescents. Adept at working with homeless, runaway and delinquent youth. Diligent in supervising youth activities, teaching life skills and promoting self-esteem and healing through individual and group counseling, Analyzes situations effectively and accurately and works independently. Sympathetic Youth Care possessing expertise in counseling and guiding youth . Gifted with exceptional active listening, coordination and interpersonal skills. Accomplished at providing direct supervision, behavior management and strategic treatment interventions for at-risk youth. Devoted to working with troubled youth and providing strong, stable and nurturing relationships and guidance. Committed Counselor possessing broad range of experience in delivering comprehensive case management to residents in youth programs. Accomplished at fostering meaningful relationships and developing effective short-term and long-term plans to achieve client goals. Currently looking to leverage background and expertise to take next career step.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Youth Counselor
Kohin
Upington, Northern Cape
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Liaised with parents and caregivers to provide updates on progress and behavior.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Interacted with troubled youth and offered resources and programs to surmount challenges.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges and therapy milestones.
- Took part in sports, games, and movie nights with children.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children ages 10 to 13.
Educator
Student Governing Body
Hendrina, Mpumalanga South Africa
02.2021 - 12.2021
- I worked with the CAPS document.
- Itaught Eng HL gr 6, Life Skills gr 6, gr 5-6. Skeppende Kunste, Psw and Uitvoerende Kunste.
- I assited with the First Aid at sport gatherings and also helped with the cross-country coaching.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Assumed leadership roles in classes and summer activities.
Youth Counselor
Kohin
Kimberley, Northern Cape
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Led group therapy sessions consisting of [Number] to [Number] youth focusing on [Topic].
- Liaised with parents and caregivers to provide updates on progress and behavior.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Interacted with troubled youth and offered resources and programs to surmount challenges.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges and therapy milestones.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Assessed student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety and physical abuse to resolve conflicts between students, peers and teachers.
First Aid Instructor
LESH
Vryheid, KZN
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Eliminated dangerous behaviors potentially impacting worker safety in forestry settings through careful analysis and process optimization.
- Optimized new employee training on gear and procedures to maximize team safety.
- Trained staff and contractors on company procedures and OSHA and EPA requirements such as blood borne pathogens, respiratory protection and waste management.
- Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace and developed programs and processes to mitigate forstry workplace hazards.
- Evaluated student training by observing and tracking student performance.
- Developed complete training material such as student guides, programs of instruction and presentations.
- Instructed several students using fun teaching methods to promote class participation.
- Prepared classroom before class by unloading and setting up practice dummies, organizing workbook materials and setting up projector screens for slideshows and instructional videos.
- Taught basic first aid principles and techniques for adults and children following ABCs of first aid and treatment techniques for burns, bleeding and fractures.
- Instructed students on cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.
- Performed clerical duties by registering students, filing paperwork, issuing certificates and providing sufficient documentation for coursework completion.
- Collaborated with Health and Safety instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Enhanced learning outcomes by incorporating written and practical tests into curriculum.
Secretary to Minister of the United Reformed Chur
Pieter Kriel
Vryheid, KZN
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked with international customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Pastoral Assistant
"Ons Huis" old age home
Potchefstroom, North Western Province
01.2011 - 12.2011
- De-escalated and resolved conflicts between local peoples and missionary representatives.
- Taught local peoples skills to improve living conditions.
- Volunteered in overseas locations and in various roles.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Regional Registrar of RCBC
Redeemed Christian BibleCollege
Randburg (JHB), Gauteng
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Worked with international customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Worked closely with Regional manager to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Counselor at CAD Meetings
CAD
Pongola, KZN
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Youth Pastor at Pongola Christian Centre
Dr Schalk vd Merwe
Pongola, KZN
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Worked with teenagers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked closely with senior pastor to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Teacher Intern
Mkuzi Primary School
Mkuzi , KZN
01.2005 - 05.2005
- Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
- Facilitated students' discussions of classroom topics, helping each explore concepts and expand horizons.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Initiated teaching implementing lesson plans and progressed to full-day teaching.
- Observed classes to identify opportunities to back up teacher or help students.
- Reviewed students' classroom assignments, homework and tests to evaluate knowledge of subject material and assign grades.
- Maintained classroom for students by restocking supplies, cleaning up spills and organizing stations.
- Helped cultivate learning-focused and welcoming atmosphere for students of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Developed activities to help students delve into lessons and obtain hands-on experience.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Kept abreast of latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
- Worked under direction of licensed teacher in and outside of classroom.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Assisted students with various needs from putting on coats to go outside to reviewing homework assignments.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Global School of Theology
Pretoria 01.2003 - 04.2007
No Degree - Pastoral Counseling
International College of Biblical Counseling
Roodepoort 01.2007 - 05.2008
Skills
Youth mentoring
Accomplishments
- Institution2002
- Nstitution2003-2007
- Nstitution2007-2008 (May)
- XPERIENCE20052005-2006: Hatfield Christian Church Pretoria: Year of Your Life: Global School of Theology: Completed BA Bible and Theology Degree(Honors): Life Training School: Understanding the Bible Module: Missions Module: Basic Doctrines Module: Communications Module: Understanding the Bible – Old Testament
- Odule: Church Life Module: International College of Biblical
- Ounseling: Crisis Proof Living: The Power of Transformation: Taught Afrikaans and History in arelieving capacity at Mkuze Primary
- Chool
- (Grade 4-7)2007-2008200920112012 -20132014201520162017: Youth Pastor Pongola Christian Centre: Raising funds and organizing camps andoutreaches: Counseling youth, serving on the Churchboard: Counselor at CAD meetings: Supervising prayer meetings at the
- Ongola Primary School on Mondaymornings: Regional Registrar RCBC (Redeemed
- Hristian Bible College): Organizing meetings and tutor sessions: Working with finances: Counseling students: In charge of the examinations: Assisted with physiotherapy and pastoringresidents at “Ons Huis” Old Age Home in
- Otchefstroom: Secretary to the missions Minister of the
- Nited Reformed Church: Admin officer and Health and safetyassessor and facilitator at LESH (Legal
- Nvironmental Safety and Healthorginisation): Youth counselor (Kohin) Op die Voorpos
- Rimary Upington20172021: Youth counselor (Kohin) CBC Kimberley: PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in
- Ducation)2021: Fulltime teacher at Gekombineerde Skool
- Endrina Mpumalangaworked with the CAPS document
- Ng HL Gr 6
- S Gr 6
- V Gr5-6
- Keppende kunste
- SW
- Itvoerende kunste
- Irst Aid level 3 to be renewed
- Ssisted with cross country coaching
- URRICULUM VITAE
- OHANNA CATHARINA MEYER
Certification
2000: Academic National Senior Certificate (Gr.
I like playing guitar and reading.
I love playing the guitar. It helps me to relax, but it is also very practical when I have to do practical work with the learners. Its something different, and all children love to sing.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Educator
Student Governing Body
02.2021 - 12.2021
Youth Counselor
Kohin
01.2017 - 12.2020
Youth Counselor
Kohin
01.2016 - 12.2022
First Aid Instructor
LESH
01.2014 - 12.2015
Secretary to Minister of the United Reformed Chur
Pieter Kriel
01.2012 - 12.2013
Pastoral Assistant
"Ons Huis" old age home
01.2011 - 12.2011
Regional Registrar of RCBC
Redeemed Christian BibleCollege
01.2009 - 12.2011
Counselor at CAD Meetings
CAD
01.2007 - 12.2008
No Degree - Pastoral Counseling
International College of Biblical Counseling
01.2007 - 05.2008
Youth Pastor at Pongola Christian Centre
Dr Schalk vd Merwe
01.2006 - 12.2006
Teacher Intern
Mkuzi Primary School
01.2005 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Global School of Theology
01.2003 - 04.2007
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