Originally from New Zealand, Rose brings a deep warmth and breath of fresh air to her work with clients, joining FABIC as a Behaviour Support Practitioner. Rose has worked alongside children, youth and families for 20+ years with experience as a primary school teacher, youth worker, support worker, family support person, and social worker.
Rose’s family-oriented and person-centred approach brings understanding and care to everyone she works with (including their families), highlighting her values of whānau (family), aroha (love and respect) and manaakitanga (service to others).
Rose possesses skills in active listening, empathy and care, and has expanded her knowledge of the diverse and sometimes complex world by listening to other’s stories. Tapping into Rose’s culture has afforded her a deeper understanding of an indigenous worldview, and how to intertwine both Western and Indigenous as a better prospect for herself and her understanding of others. She is committed to uncovering the ‘why’ behind all behaviours, no matter the outward presentation of a person or their behaviour.
Rose draws strength from her cultural background as a New Zealand Māori, where she is immersed in her native tongue and cultural practices in everyday life.
Values: Whānau (Family), aroha (Love and respect), kaitiakitanga (guardianship) Humarie (humbleness)
