Anne Maybury
Townsville,QLD
Summary
Support worker with expertise in client support services and assistive technology. Proven ability in developing effective care plans while ensuring safety and meeting developmental needs. Skilled in safety management strategies and manual handling techniques, enhancing community access and individual well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Tardiss
07.2024 - Current
- Supporting clients, In home and community access
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with diverse needs and abilities.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
- Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
- Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
- Documented client progress and communicated updates to the care team.
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
Teacher Aide
Townsville Community Learning Centre (TCLC)
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Supporting teachers and students in the school environment.
- Manual handling technique.
- Development needs assessment.
- Understanding development needs.
- Suctioning procedures.
- Peg feeding techniques
- Seizure precautions.
- Midazolam administration.
- Behaviour management strategies.
- P.O.D. communication skills.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and resources.
- Supported special needs students in daily classroom activities and routines.
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and adapting materials for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with therapists to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Monitored student behaviour and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Organized learning resources and maintained an inclusive classroom environment.
- Helped create a safe and supportive space for students to express themselves.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in special education techniques.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation.
Teacher Aide
Verney Road School
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Supporting teachers and students in the school environment.
- Manual handling technique.
- Development needs assessment.
- Understanding development needs.
- Suctioning procedures.
- Peg feeding techniques
- Seizure precautions.
- Midazolam administration.
- Behaviour management strategies.
- P.O.D. communication skills.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and resources.
- Supported special needs students in daily classroom activities and routines.
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and adapting materials for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with therapists to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Monitored student behaviour and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Organized learning resources and maintained an inclusive classroom environment.
- Helped create a safe and supportive space for students to express themselves.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in special education techniques.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation.
Teacher Aide
Townsville Community Learning Centre (TCLC)
01.2013 - 10.2021
- Supporting teachers and students in the school environment.
- Manual handling technique.
- Development needs assessment.
- Understanding development needs.
- Suctioning procedures.
- Peg feeding techniques
- Seizure precautions.
- Midazolam administration.
- Behaviour management strategies.
- P.O.D. communication skills.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and resources.
- Supported special needs students in daily classroom activities and routines.
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and adapting materials for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with therapists to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Monitored student behaviour and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Organized learning resources and maintained an inclusive classroom environment.
- Helped create a safe and supportive space for students to express themselves.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in special education techniques.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation.
Co-Ordinator
Air Liquide
Townsville, QLD
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Providing oxygen care and support for clients at home and nursing homes
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols and compliance measures across operations.
- Coordinated patient care and equipment delivery for CPAP therapy.
- Educated patients on proper CPAP and oxygen equipment usage and maintenance.
- Managed inventory of CPAP and Oxygen supplies to ensure availability.
- Developed training materials for staff on CPAP and Oxygen protocols and procedures.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments for patient assessments and support.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Resolved patient inquiries regarding equipment and therapy concerns.
- Created reports to track patient compliance with prescribed therapy plans.
- Liaised effectively between other professionals involved in a client's care, such as doctors, nurses, social workers and family members.
- Facilitate Palliative Care patients receiving home oxygen therapy.
Skills
- Manual handling techniques
- Client support services
- Assistive technology expertise
- Care plan development
- Safety management strategies
- Record keeping systems
- Developmental needs assessment
- Understanding developmental needs
- Record keeping
- Client support
- Suctioning procedures
- Peg feeding techniques
- Personal hygiene practices
- Midazolam administration
- Behavior management strategies
- Seizure support techniques
- POD communication skills
- First aid certification
- CPR certification
- Oxygen therapy
- Client assessment
- Care coordination
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Child development
- Behavior management
- Educational support
- Risk management
- Document management
- Business administration
- Client coordination
- Problem-solving
- Deadline management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Medical terminology
- Decision-making
- Client advocacy
- Representative experience
References
- Stephanie Durden, Teacher, Verney Road School, 0422 359 630, Stephanie.durden@education.vic.gov.au
- Pilar South, Deputy Principle, TCLC, 07 4759 4111, psout3@eq.edu.au
- Vivienne Milan, People and Culture Specialist, Human Resources, 0427259861, Vivienne.millan@tardiss.org.au
- Kyla Richardson, Business Manager, TCLC, 07 4759 4111, krich99@eq.edu.au
Timeline
Support Worker
Tardiss
07.2024 - Current
Teacher Aide
Townsville Community Learning Centre (TCLC)
01.2024 - 07.2024
Teacher Aide
Verney Road School
11.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher Aide
Townsville Community Learning Centre (TCLC)
01.2013 - 10.2021
Co-Ordinator
Air Liquide
01.2001 - 01.2011