Jimmy Mills

CHILD AND YOUTH CARE PRACTITIONER

Child and youth care practitioner with over 20 years of experience in residential and secure care. Known for providing exceptional support and guidance to vulnerable young individuals. Seeking to leverage my expertise in child and youth development to drive positive outcomes in youth programs.

Boksburg, South Africa

Languages

Skills

Certification

Work Experience

Child and Youth Care Practitioner

Department of Social Development

Dec 2003 — Present

Facilitating Life Skills Programs
Implementing Therapeutic Programs
Advocating for Children's Rights
Court Preparation
Report Writing and Documentation
Providing Holistic Care

Child and Youth Care Supervisor

BOSASA Secure Centre

Jul 2002 — Nov 2003

Training and supervising 10 staff members
Overseeing 3 to 4 daily programs and activities
Successfully implemented a Court Preparation program
Empowering children by allowing them to make their own uniforms through hands on activities
Provide practical skills through welding projects, such as fixing or replacing broken windows

Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationConflict ManagementProblem SolvingTeam WorkVerbal CommunicationNon-Verbal Communication

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences, Child and Youth Development

Monash University

INTERMEDIARY SERVICES, INTRO TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE, FORENSIC CRIMINOLOGY,CHILD JUSTICE ,CRIMINOLOGY

Certifications

Certificate in Public Management and Governance

University of Cape Town

References

Jonathan Motshaba

Former Colleague

0679153106

Isaac Thulo

Former Colleague

0785345263

Languages

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Fluent

Setswana

Intermediate

Xhosa

Intermediate

N. Sotho

Intermediate