Care, Duck & Weave: A Story Written by Zoe Harvey About Being a Youth Care Worker

By Zoe Harvey

My Name is Zoe and I have written this book as a guide to new Youth Workers. When I began work in this sector I had formal qualifications; but had no idea what was expected of me in the job by the youth. It is a really rewarding career, which can be very tough at times and you can be pushed to the limit. However the good times, however small far outweigh the not so good times.
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• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris AU
• Release date: Apr 17, 2012
• ISBN: 9781469110790

Zoe Harvey

I have always wanted to write a book, but never knew what to write about. All of a sudden I knew that the work I do is what I wanted to write about; to help those entering The Youth Care Industry with insight before they begin their rewarding career. My work is so very important to not only me but those I care for, as this industry is very rewarding. I am now 55 years old and I believe that I found my niche in life caring for youth with issues and that my life skills have enhanced my academic skills in this industry. I thank all of the team that I work with, as they are all great people and also a special thanks to the youth I have worked with in the past to the present – you are all very special people. All I can say to those that read this book, written in dedication to the youth I have and am caring for, is to focus on helping these children strive towards a healthy, fulfilled, happy and independent life. Work together as a team and treasure the precious moments. You will have some tough times, but we all know you need to go through the tough to get to the good…Life wasn’t meant to be easy. Happy reading and enjoy your new found career.

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Dedication

This story is dedicated to the wonderful Young People I have had the pleasure of working with, since becoming a Youth Worker.

I am proud of you all; as you have shown growth, integrity, charm, manners, and the ability to deal with past issues, move on and make something of your lives.

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Copyright © 2012 by Zoe Harvey. 501676-HARV

ISBN: Softcover        978-1-4691-9630-5

ISBN: Ebook             pending

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Index

Introduction: In dedication to the Young People I have worked with that have enriched my life greatly

References:

Chapter 1: The Beginning Of A Rewarding Career Move

Chapter 2: Youth Work Begins In The Residential

A Guide To The Type Of person And Qualities You Need

Chapter 3: My Experiences As A Youth Worker

Transforming Care Poem

Chapter 4: Continual Study

Chapter 5: The Great Things That Happen

Chapter 6: Self-Care/Change Over/De-briefing/Supervision

References:

All clip art used in this book have been used from the internet & one from Rock Off’s Facebook page.

Self-care quiz from http://www.myselfcare.org/ - Dennis Portnoy psychotherapist in San Francisco

Towering Inferno – 20th Century Fox

Cheaper By The Dozen - 20th Century Fox

Up In Smoke – Paramount pictures

www.drugabusegov/publications/infofacts

www.emaxhealth.com

Chapter 1

The Beginning Of A Rewarding Career Move

I started out working as a dental nurse at the age of 17, this career lasted over 20 years and taught me a great deal about human beings and emotions of people in pain. I then decided it was time for a change and worked in the Hospitality industry for 5 years, in which I became counsellor, knowledge of the general public’s troubles; trials and tribulations. Thus, giving me yet another view on the emotions of human beings. After the 5 years in Hospitality my career changed to working in Job Network, this entailed working with a diversity of people from all walks of life. Once again this showed even more about the human emotions and troubles people had to deal with in society.

It was at this point I decided to get into my dream job of becoming a Youth Worker. While at Job Services, working full time, I embarked on study; something I had not done for a very long time.