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Akouvi Akpandja

Sebastopol,Australia

Summary

Reliable Support Worker offering 2 years and 5 months of experience promoting client development in a day program and a community access setting, helping clients who want to be heard and take action in their day-to-day living, and being part of the decision-making process. Skilled in physical and educational activities, and monitoring client progress. Observant and patient team player with a passion for helping others. Willing to learn more about experience in the support work industry and how to cater to clients' needs and wants.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support Worker

caretalent
Ballarat , Vic
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem-solving techniques, and self-confidence building.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
  • Supported clients with mobility needs, including the use of wheelchairs and transfers.
  • Administered medication as prescribed and maintained accurate records of clients' medication schedules.
  • Maintained detailed and confidential client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Provide support in SILS

Support Worker

Calacare
Ballarat , Vic
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Facilitated integration of clients into local communities by addressing social, physical, and emotional needs.
  • Lifted and adjusted clients to enhance mobility for varied requirements.
  • Motivated clients to adopt new coping mechanisms for effective behaviour modification.
  • Cultivated community relationships to streamline client referral processes.
  • Employed active listening and supportive communication to strengthen client rapport.
  • Provided personal care assistance, including showering and dressing.
  • Guided clients in developing independent living skills, such as budgeting and cooking.
  • one-on-one care
  • Medication administration

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Aged Care And Disability

Aged Care Training Service
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Life skills development
  • Transcription and dictation
  • Spreadsheet development
  • Emotional support
  • Daily living assistance
  • Mobility assistance
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal care assistance
  • Community integration
  • Supportive communication
  • Client relationship management
  • Independent living skills
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • Cert 3 Individual support
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Working with children
  • Police check
  • NDIS screening check
  • Manual handling certificate
  • NDIS Worker Orientation
  • Medication safety
  • Driving license

Experience with

  • Autism
  • Non-verbal autism
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Borderline disorder
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Storke
  • ABI
  • Schizophrenia

References

  • Melissa Meek

   supervisor 

Quest Ballarat 

 0422035570

  • Simone Keirl

Support worker

0401210594 

Timeline

Support Worker

caretalent
02.2024 - Current

Support Worker

Calacare
01.2023 - 01.2024

Some College (No Degree) - Aged Care And Disability

Aged Care Training Service

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