Adam Cripps
Buderim,QLD
Summary
With a proven track record at Open Futures, I excel in enhancing client wellness and independence through expert daily living support and empathetic relationship building. Leveraging skills in care coordination and active listening, I've significantly improved client quality of life. My adeptness in documentation and crisis management underscores my comprehensive approach to disability support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Open Futures
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
Support Worker - House Lead
Open Futures
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Facilitated group workshops on personal development topics, contributing to client's growth and self-awareness.
- Improved client independence with structured life skills training.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
Support Worker
Open Futures
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VICBachelor Of Arts - Humanities
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Daily living assistance
- Problem-solving
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
- Relationship building
- Disability awareness
- Documentation skills
- Client confidentiality
- Incident reports
- Meal planning
- Computer skills
- Health and safety
- Daily living requirements
- Household chores
- Individual support plans
- Dressing assistance
- Risk assessments
- Family communication
- Transportation assistance
- Team leadership
- Social skills development
- Personal growth support
- Medication organization
- Behavior support plans
- Flexible schedule
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Appointment management
- Family liaison
- Case management
- Therapeutic interventions
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Care coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis management
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Open Futures
05.2023 - 10.2024
Support Worker - House Lead
Open Futures
05.2022 - 05.2023
Support Worker
Open Futures
11.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor Of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Bachelor Of Arts - Humanities
La Trobe University
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