Ashlea Whelan

Disability-support-worker

Life Without Barriers - Formally DHHS

11.2006 - 01.2025

Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Disability-support-worker

Education

Certificate IV - Disability Studies

Skills

Timeline

Disability-support-worker

Certificate IV - Disability Studies

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