With a diverse career spanning several industries, Kym’s accumulated invaluable experience and expertise. Beginning in the building industry with a focus on roof tiling, Kym ventured into entrepreneurship early on, establishing his first business. Transitioning into culinary arts, Kym honed his skills as a chef in prestigious establishments throughout the Barossa Valley, before rediscovering his passion for hands-on work in earthmoving. Managing his own earthmoving enterprise for many years, Kym later seized the opportunity to oversee commercial kitchens at Maggie Beer’s renowned establishments.
Returning to earthmoving to prioritise family commitments, Kym specialised in large-scale construction and civil projects until a workplace injury prompted a shift in direction. Pursuing further education, Kym obtained certifications in Community Service and Youth Work, completing my Cert IV in 2023. Motivated by a desire to bridge the gap between formal education and real-world readiness for young people, Kym found fulfilment in youth work, striving to equip them with essential life skills.
Guy’s journey to Youth Work is marked by diverse experiences and a profound dedication to serving others. From his beginnings as a Musician in the Royal Australian Navy to his time spent honing his culinary skills as a qualified chef, Guy has always embraced new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.
Guy’s early years in the Navy provided him with not only a deep appreciation for music but also invaluable lessons in discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
Transitioning from the military, Guy pursued his culinary aspirations, undertaking an adult apprenticeship in Cheffing. His time as a chef allowed him to express his creativity and develop a keen understanding of the importance of attention to detail, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to new environments.
Drawing upon his diverse background and life experiences, Guy is deeply committed to empowering and mentoring today’s youth, guiding them towards a path of self-discovery, personal growth, and academic achievement.
Lenet is a FLO Case Manager in our Youth Space program. Lenet has completed a Master of Social Work and Master of Health and International Development from University of South Australia and Flinders University respectively. In addition to this, she has over 3 years working experience in the medical field in her beloved home country, Kenya. Lenet’s true passion has always been working with young people and assisting them in realising their true potential. Lenet believes in the importance of having alternate pathways in education or learning for all young people especially those who are facing multiple or complex barriers in their lives. She employs a holistic systems approach to helping young people to achieve success.
Amy is the Practice Leader for our Youth Space Flexible Learning Options Program at Youth Options.
Amy is passionate about supporting young into a positive pathway towards employment and success. Amy graduated from Flinders University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Social Work and Social Planning Degree.
Amy has a strong background in hospitality which she brings to Youth Options to help young people develop essential skills towards employment.
Amy assisting one of her Coffee Craft participants make coffee.
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Jenni is the manager of Youth Space and manages the day-to-day running of the division as well as liaising with schools, supporting case managers and facilitating learning.
Jenni has worked in the community service industry for over 20 years, for the majority of this time, supporting young people. She has Certificate 4’s in Mental Health, Youth Work, Training and Assessment andis currently studying Certificate 4 in Career Development and a Diploma of Leadership and Management. Jenni believes that all young people deserve respect and equal opportunities. She works to form trusting relationships with young people and their careers as well as working with case managers to provide individual learning plans for the FLO students to assist them in pursuing their chosen pathways and completing SACE.