Registered Social Worker with a 14-year portfolio in the social development sector. Professional experiences centre around the human services in Samoa and Aotearoa New Zealand.
I have had the opportunity to lead and provide supervision in a number of exciting and challenging spaces including the addictions sector, social workers in schools, child protection, youth, policy and research. I am currently the Clinical Manager for Genesis Youth Trust, supporting a multidisciplinary team where I hold numerous portfolios including supervision, training, development and risk management; supporting our kaimahi in their work with rangatahi who are referred via Police Alternative Action.
I have had the opportunity to work closely with our Pacific indigenous leaders and cultural custodians, particularly in Samoa. This has allowed me the space to shape and lead projects that sought to reconnect our young people with our environment, our ancestry and taking pride in who they are.
Master of Social Work Professional (Hons.)
University of Auckland
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences
University of Auckland
Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching
Southern Institute of Technology
Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers and Social Work Registration Board