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Maria Kotter

Radeburg

Summary

Courteous individual skilled in forming trusting relationships and conflict resolution. Known for empathetic behavior while demonstrating strong organizational abilities and a genuine commitment to client well-being. Proficient in MS Office and photography/editing, further enriching a versatile skill set. A respectful and compassionate professional with a 6-year background in serving the community and its members.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

VSP E. V.
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Enhanced protective measures for children and vulnerable adults with thorough investigations and interventions.

Disability Support Worker

Heilpädagogische Schule Bonnewitz
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
  • De-escalated stressful situations through negotiation and communication.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting children.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.

Vocational Preparation Year

Heilpädagogische Schule Bonnewitz
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting and providing support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Evangelische Hochschule Dresden
Dresden
07-2022

Retail Sales Assistant - Retailing

Parfümerie Douglas Deutschland GmbH
Dresden
07-2014

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Cooperative
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Personal Care
  • Mobility support
  • Housekeeping skills
  • Computer Skills (MS Office)
  • Photography/ Editing (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom CC)

Hobbies

  • Photography
  • Reading
  • Bouldering


Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Social Worker

VSP E. V.
02.2024 - 12.2024

Disability Support Worker

Heilpädagogische Schule Bonnewitz
09.2022 - 01.2024

Vocational Preparation Year

Heilpädagogische Schule Bonnewitz
01.2017 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Evangelische Hochschule Dresden

Retail Sales Assistant - Retailing

Parfümerie Douglas Deutschland GmbH
Maria Kotter