ABIN JACOB
Launceston,TAS
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments.
- First Aid Course
- CPR Certificate
- Medication Endorsement
- Full Driving License
- Level 3 Disability Support Certificate
- Level 3 Mental Health Certificate from UK
- Level 2 Support Worker Certificate
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Wonderland Retreat
Launceston, TAS
12.2023 - Current
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Senior Catering Assistant- Bank Staff
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, UK
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Catered for diverse dietary requirements with excellent food Allergetic awareness
- Preparing and serving Food to patients
- Ensure excellent health and hygiene practice were followed to minimise risks to patients
- Worked closely with Catering team to provide seamless catering service to patients
- Stored food correctly at safe temperature
- Serving food according to requirements like Allergetic, Pure, minced etc…
Home Health Care Provider
HC 24 Staff Supply
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families, fostering a positive home environment conducive to healing.
- Improved patient mobility through targeted exercise programs designed in conjunction with physical therapists.
- Performed wound care duties diligently, reducing risk of infection and accelerating the healing process.
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
Personal Assistant to Group Chairman and Family
Middle East Healthcare Company
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
10.2012 - 09.2021
- Providing administrative services including diary management, booking meetings, planning events, organizing travel itineraries, and responding correspondence for the Chairman
- Receiving and screening communications for the Chairman including telephone and email messages, and providing assistance using independent judgment to determine those that require priority attention
- Anticipating issues and initiating appropriate actions to ensure the most effective use of the Chairman’s time
- Coordinating with dieticians on dietary restrictions of the Group Chairman and his family
- Coordinating with venues and restaurants for banquets’ and other events’ arrangements
- Supporting meetings’ preparation and following up including allocating appropriate time slots, ensuring awareness/preparation, taking minutes and following up on staff actions
- Gathering documentation for departmental reports for meetings of the Board and other meetings with outside partners
- Following up on action points from meetings on behalf of the Chairman
- Maintaining friendly, helpful and cheerful attitude while communicating effectively with guests and fellow colleagues in order to support company strategy and values
- Conducting colleague performance evaluations in a timely, fair and constructive manner.
Restaurant in Charge
Arabian Food Supplies
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2011 - 06.2012
- Planned and coordinated menu with management
- Reported at the end of shift and week regarding staff control, food control, and sales
- Coordinated operations of the restaurant during scheduled shifts
- Maintained high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety
- Reviewed stock levels, ordered supplies and prepared petty cash.
Pantry Chef
Family Business (Catering Service)
Kottayam, Kerala
04.2009 - 09.2011
- Prepared cold food, sandwiches, salads, salad dressings, and condiments
- Followed proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
- Stocked and maintained sufficient levels of food products at station
- Cleaned, organized, and maintained walk-in and reach-in refrigerator, coolers, and dry storage.
Education
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Individual Disability Support
Avidity Training And Development
Launceston, Australia12.2023
No Degree - Level 3 Mental Health Understanding
Telford College
Telford UK10.2023
No Degree - Social Care And Child Support Level 2
Telford College
United Kingdom06.2023
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross Institute
India01.2003
Skills
- Personal Care
- Family Communication
- Risk Assessments
- Incident Reports
- Disability Services
- Scheduling
- Meeting planning
- Mail handling
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Wonderland Retreat
12.2023 - Current
Senior Catering Assistant- Bank Staff
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, UK
02.2022 - 09.2023
Home Health Care Provider
HC 24 Staff Supply
12.2021 - 01.2023
Personal Assistant to Group Chairman and Family
Middle East Healthcare Company
10.2012 - 09.2021
Restaurant in Charge
Arabian Food Supplies
10.2011 - 06.2012
Pantry Chef
Family Business (Catering Service)
04.2009 - 09.2011
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Individual Disability Support
Avidity Training And Development
No Degree - Level 3 Mental Health Understanding
Telford College
No Degree - Social Care And Child Support Level 2
Telford College
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross Institute
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