Alaina Whyte
Summary
I am a super reliable, well-mannered and enthusiastic individual who is always keen to learn new skills and techniques that will improve my working knowledge. I consider myself to be a decent leader, self-motivated with the ability to work individually or part of a team. Honesty is the best policy and always upholds an outstanding work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
NDIS Support Worker/Mentor/STA Respite
Mighty Mentors
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
- Support the dignity of risk of clients and support individual decision-making
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Assisted clients in accessing available resources such as housing options, financial supports, and healthcare services.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing social outings, recreational activities, and educational opportunities.
NDIS Behavioural Therapist
Private Cliental
02.2018 - 01.2025
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Counselled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behaviour and other psychosocial issues.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Implemented time management strategies to ensure full caseloads were effectively managed, maintaining high-quality care for all clients.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
- Worked closely with families to educate them on mental health issues, facilitate open dialogue, and foster a supportive home environment for client recovery.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
- Developed and maintained relationships with referral sources to support continuity of care
- Advocated for client needs within larger healthcare systems by participating in case conferences and collaborating with other mental health professionals.
- Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support during critical times.
- Facilitated healing and progress, navigating patients through challenging emotional landscapes.
Short-term contractor
Self-employed
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Childcare Chef - Kidz Biz
- Medical Centre Cleaner - Yanchep/Alkimos
- Builders Cleaner
- Pet sitter business
- Manager in Retail Store - Morley
- Coles Fremantle - Truck Diver
Skills
- Barista
- Restaurant Service
- Food Hygiene
- Administrative Support
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Safety Management
- Equipment Checks
- Multitasking
- Business Administration
- Basic Accounting
- Personal Training
- High Risk Forklift
- Whitecard
- RSA
- First Aid/CPR
- NDIS Training
- Food Health & Safety
Keyskillsandqualifications
- Skills in the Hospitality Industry - Barista, Restaurant Service and Food Hygiene.
- Highly adaptable and resilient in providing administrative, support staff and team based on standard procedures within a fast-paced environment.
- Well-spoken communicator; driven to succeed; a valuable addition to a forward-thinking company with strong opportunities.
- Outstanding safety record with friendly and professional attitude; proactively perform equipment checks.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
- Business Administration, Basic Accounting.
- Personal Training Certificate.
- High Risk Forklift, Whitecard, RSA and First Aid/CPR.
- NDIS Training.
Timeline
NDIS Support Worker/Mentor/STA Respite
Mighty Mentors
08.2023 - Current
NDIS Behavioural Therapist
Private Cliental
02.2018 - 01.2025
Short-term contractor
Self-employed
02.2018 - 01.2022
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