Wilmari Steyn
Sint-Genesius-Rode,VBR
Summary
There are many things I like to do, to see, and to experience. I like to read, I like to think, I like to dream, I like to listen but most of all I like to learn something new and having an adventure in doing so. Always looking to learn new skills, take on extra responsibilities, and grow professionally.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Teacher
ISF Waterloo International School
01.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized learning strategies to support diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Enhanced student understanding of core subjects with hands-on learning experiences.
- Designed enrichment programs to stimulate advanced learners and encourage curiosity and exploration.
- Created engaging lesson plans by incorporating diverse teaching methods to foster student interest in learning.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to cultivate strong relationships and open communication with families.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress, ensuring timely intervention when needed.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Humanitas Counseling Intern
Vita Nova Counseling Centre
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Gained practical experience, under supervision.
- Gained practical experience in working with the elderly as well as working with people recovering from addiction.
- Attended and participated in group supervision sessions.
- 100 hours of counseling completed.
- I provided online counseling sessions for a wide range of individuals struggling with different issues.
- I provided in-person counseling sessions for individuals living in retirement homes. These sessions mostly focused on loss and grieve.
- Provided in-person psycho-educational session for individuals recovering from addiction. I provided these sessions at a halfway house (Victory House).
- Conducted thorough assessments for developing tailored intervention plans.
- Facilitated personal growth by providing compassionate counseling to clients facing life challenges.
- Implemented counseling techniques to enhance client engagement.
- Supported emotional well-being with active listening and empathy during client sessions.
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and regulations.
Project Coordinator
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Proactively participated in meetings and helped create new projects.
- Occasionally participated in board meetings.
- Proactively participated in weekly management meetings.
- Scheduled meetings and coordinate appointments.
- Drafted documents, reports, and memos.
- Recorded and transcribed meeting minutes.
- Processed a range of documentation and entered information into databases.
- Pitched ideas on how to improve performance and efficiency.
- Supported upper management and worked on cross-functional tasks.
- Explored new market segments with strategic initiatives.
- Stayed up to date on the latest treatments and procedures by reading journals and give information through to upper management.
- Developing of Hospital SOPs.
- General Administrative Tasks.
- Operational Manager Tasks including: Risk management, Internal and External Communication Plan development and management.
- Analyzed project requirements to create detailed task lists.
Clinical Administrator
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Answered calls, responded to emails, and spoke with patients face-to-face.
- New patient intake screening sessions and report compiling.
- Psychometric test scoring and report compiling.
- MDT report compiling.
- Gathering patient feedback on the last day of admission.
- Support group list compiling.
- Gathering dietary restrictions of patients 4 ensuring meal plans are prepared prior to admission.
- Playing emotionally engaging games with adolescents. These games help the patients combat social anxiety, as well as allow the clinical administrator to gather relevant information about the patient and relay that information to the professionals.
- General administrative tasks.
- PH5-/ Data compiling.
- Case Manager duties.
- Obtain medical aid authorization.
- Sending the DSM and discharge forms to the various medical aids.
- Create patient files.
- Marketing.
- Completed administrative tasks including scheduling appointments, patient intakes, chart filing, and data entry.
- Trained new clinical administrators.
- Maintained confidentiality and discretion.
Emotional Support Worker (Additional Task)
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Providing emotional support to the doctors, nurses, and patients at Midstream Mediclinic during the third wave of COVID-19.
- Assisted patients under the supervision of registered nurses in the ICU unit of the hospital.
Psycho-educational Workshop Facilitator
Hoerskool Staatspresident C R Swart
04.2021 - 06.2021
- This forms part of my tasks as the Clinical Administrator at Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital.
- Providing psycho-educational sessions for adolescents age 14 and 15.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Youth Emotional Support Worker (While Studying)
Echo Youth
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Counsel and assist young adults and adolescents at the Echo Youth community.
- This was part of my final year practical hours I did for my degree.
- Provided support at Echo Youth and Grounded at Echo, engaging young adults in one-on-one activities and conversations.
- Assisted the young adults and adolescents at Echo Youth with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped them manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Participated in a community fundraiser held by Echo Youth.
- Maintained accurate and complete records of all the individuals I supported.
- Practiced unconditional acceptance and utmost confidentiality while providing emotional support to the individuals.
- Conducted a community intervention with the Echo Youth girls between the ages of 19 and 21.
After School Supervisor
Erna Se Naskool
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Supervise and assist primary school pupils after school with homework.
- Maintained the orderliness of the classroom, organizing desks and other items, restocking soap and paper products, and completing basic janitorial tasks.
- Supervised play after homework to boost student participation and promote a passion for learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a fun and warm atmosphere to encourage learning and determination among students from varying backgrounds and temperaments.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology - Psychology
South African College of Applied Psychology
Pretoria, South Africa12-2020
Bachelor of Applied Social Science - Psychology
South African College of Applied Psychology
Pretoria, South Africa12-2019
High School Diploma -
High School Montana
Pretoria, South Africa12-2016
Skills
- Counseling techniques
- Communication skills
- Patient intake
- Group sessions
- Individualized counseling
- Patient screening
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association: 2025
- Traumatic Incident Reduction Workshop: 2021
- POPI- The Protection of Personal Information Act: 2021
- Child Protection Act: 2024
- Google Certified Educator Level 1: 2024
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Primary Teacher
ISF Waterloo International School
01.2024 - Current
Humanitas Counseling Intern
Vita Nova Counseling Centre
03.2023 - 07.2023
Project Coordinator
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2023
Emotional Support Worker (Additional Task)
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
Psycho-educational Workshop Facilitator
Hoerskool Staatspresident C R Swart
04.2021 - 06.2021
Clinical Administrator
Evexia Psychiatric Day Hospital
12.2020 - 10.2021
Youth Emotional Support Worker (While Studying)
Echo Youth
07.2019 - 11.2019
After School Supervisor
Erna Se Naskool
04.2018 - 08.2018
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association: 2025
- Traumatic Incident Reduction Workshop: 2021
- POPI- The Protection of Personal Information Act: 2021
- Child Protection Act: 2024
- Google Certified Educator Level 1: 2024
Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology - Psychology
South African College of Applied Psychology
Bachelor of Applied Social Science - Psychology
South African College of Applied Psychology
High School Diploma -
High School Montana
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