Amanda McCoy
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Compassionate disability support worker with several years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals living with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Sole Trader
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2000 - Current
- Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
- Organized leisure activities for clients in the community.
- Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
- Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Facilitated skills development sessions focusing on independence and self-care./
Education
Disability Studies
Avril
Victoria11-2003
Aged Care
Avril
Victoria01-2003
Family And Community Services
Avril
Victoria11-2003
Associate Diploma In Social Welfare - Social And Community Welfare
Monash University
Caulfield, VIC09-1998
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Life Skills Development
- First-aid and CPR
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Budgeting and financial management
- Clean Driving Record
- Behavioral support
- Daily living assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Personal care assistance
Timeline
Support Worker
Sole Trader
01.2000 - Current
Disability Studies
Avril
Aged Care
Avril
Family And Community Services
Avril
Associate Diploma In Social Welfare - Social And Community Welfare
Monash University
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