Akram bahrami
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced Disability Support Worker/ Team Leader dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives. With +5 years in the field, I've developed a genuine understanding of the unique challenges and joys that come with this work. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a commitment to fostering independence. I thrive on building genuine connections with clients I support, advocating for their needs, and creating a safe and nurturing environment. I'm eager to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of those I serve.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Achieve Care And Support
08.2022 - Current
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve support outcomes.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Adhered to company requirements for client interactions and care standards.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Disability Support Worker
SunnyDay Carers
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Conducting required personal care
- Applying administer medication
- Daily social interactions including banking, shopping and monitoring on a daily basis
- Driving clients to appointment doctors and dentists
- Providing assistance for clients in wheelchair including hoisting and feeding
- Documenting residents' behaviour in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books
- Monitoring and assisting residents through individual service plans modulated by the facility
- Assisting with individual, family and group counselling sessions as needed
- Encouraging and helping residents in order to increase social contact.
Support Worker
St Vincent’s Care Services
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Taking care and being responsible f a large group of elderly patients on a daily basis
- Providing patients with prescribed medication as advised by authorities and monitoring her health
- Toilet and bathroom supplies fitting
- Providing and supporting less mobile patients via communication and interaction.
Support Worker
Osan Ability Assist
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisting in treatment of staff and patients for minor injuries
- Furnishing assistance in maintaining a sanitary and safe facility work environment
- Assessing and reporting any hazardous situations in facility
- Participating in health and safety orientation sessions for new employees
- Upholding all facility guidelines and regulations in all performed tasks
- Preparing resident refreshments and food trays on a regular basis
- Cleaning and straightening resident living spaces on a weekly basis
- Conducting fire drills and other emergency procedures for resident education
- Transporting residents to and from apartments and dining area
- Assisting with in-service training for new facility workers as necessary.
Support Worker
Private carer
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Showering patients on a daily basis
- Maintaining high level of hygiene within the premises
- Meeting all compliance Work Health and Safety
- Assist patient with daily meal preparation according to health diet plan
- Document vital statistic and behaviours regularly.
Education
Certificate IV in Disability -
National Community Training And Education
Sydney, Australia2019
Certificate III in Individual Support - Aged Care Specialisation
H&H Accredited Training Pty Limited
Sydney, Australia2018
Skills
- Team Supervision
- Complaint resolution
- Technical Support
- Quality Improvement
- Documentation And Reporting
- Shift Scheduling
- Client Support
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Leading Team Meetings
- Staff Training
Key Skills And Certificates
- Educational Development:
- H&H Accredited training Australia Inc- Granville, Sydney. (2018-2019)
- Cert III- Individual support (Aged care specialisation), May 2019.
- Skills:
- Organisational skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Communication skills
- Supervising marketing
- Personal health care experience
- Familiarity with elderly health care issues
- Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills
- High interpersonal and client service skills
- Strong skills in following verbal and written directions
- Good organisation and prioritisation skills
Career Overview
Dedicated and experienced Home health care worker/ Support Worker with excellent social skill demonstrated by 4+ years’ experience in healthcare sector. I would therefore describe myself as a passionate and driven individual who is seeking to source a challenging and rewarding role in aged care sector, applying my experience and skills to contribute to the organisation’s success.
References
- Behzad Y, Operational Manager, 0432 280 237
- Bhani B, Operational Manager, 0405757563
- Mariela Clarke, Manager, 0449889001
Timeline
Team Leader
Achieve Care And Support
08.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
SunnyDay Carers
06.2019 - 05.2022
Support Worker
St Vincent’s Care Services
04.2019 - 05.2020
Support Worker
Osan Ability Assist
04.2018 - 05.2020
Support Worker
Private carer
03.2018 - 03.2019
Certificate IV in Disability -
National Community Training And Education
Certificate III in Individual Support - Aged Care Specialisation
H&H Accredited Training Pty Limited
Similar Profiles
Simone RolfSimone Rolf
Support Worker at Achieve Milestones Support ServiceSupport Worker at Achieve Milestones Support Service
BAMIDELE BODUNDEBAMIDELE BODUNDE
Support Worker at Achieve Care SolutionsSupport Worker at Achieve Care Solutions
Bukola TaiwoBukola Taiwo
Support Worker at Achieve Health CareSupport Worker at Achieve Health Care