AMIT SAPKOTA
Muirhead,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Therapeutic Residential Carer at Life Without Barriers, skilled in mental health support and crisis intervention. Proven ability to foster independent living skills and enhance communication among youth, while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement personalized care strategies. Committed to empowering clients through tailored coping strategies and emotional support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Residential Carer
Life Without Barriers
Darwin, NT
02.2025 - Current
- Supported youth in daily activities and personal development plans.
- Facilitated group discussions to promote communication and teamwork.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive environment.
- Collaborated with families and professionals to coordinate care strategies.
- Documented incidents and progress reports for case management purposes.
- Monitored youth behavior and provided crisis intervention when needed.
- Encouraged independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, meal preparation.
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
Truelink Community Service
Darwin, NT
08.2023 - Current
- Established rapport, trust, and a supportive relationship with clients to facilitate their progress.
- Handled and de-escalated crisis situations involving individuals with severe mental health challenges.
- Created and implemented personalized care plans that address the unique needs and goals of each client.
- Knowledge of medications commonly used in mental health treatment, including understanding dosage, side effects, and adherence support.
- Utilized strategies to manage challenging behaviors. While maintaining a client-centered approach.
- Worked effectively within multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and healthcare professionals.
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
cocoon SDA Care
Darwin, NT
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided emotional support to individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for daily living.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and progress notes.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for all participants in programs.
- Observed safety protocols when working with potentially violent or suicidal individuals.
Youth Support Worker
ACRS Community Service
Darwin, NT
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with development of daily living, communication and social skills with individuals.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Scheduled and accompanied youth clients to outside appointments such as therapy sessions, medical appointments and social outings.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
International College of Advance Education
Darwin01.2023
Certificate IV - Disability
National Career Institute
Sydney, NSW12.2022
High School -
The Essington International College
Darwin12.2019
Bachelor of Laws -
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NTSkills
- Team collaboration
- Independent living skills
- Mental health support
- Coping strategies
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Compassion and empathy
- Daily living activities assistance
Certification
- First Aid And CPR
- Food and Safety
- Medication
Timeline
Therapeutic Residential Carer
Life Without Barriers
02.2025 - Current
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
cocoon SDA Care
02.2024 - 05.2024
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
Truelink Community Service
08.2023 - Current
Youth Support Worker
ACRS Community Service
01.2023 - 08.2023
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
International College of Advance Education
Certificate IV - Disability
National Career Institute
High School -
The Essington International College
Bachelor of Laws -
Charles Darwin University
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