Audrey Gargiulo
Bendigo
Summary
Compassionate support worker delivering safe, empathetic and respectful high-quality care to all clients. Successfully able to use teamwork, leadership and communication to advocate for the best-personalised care for all clients. Strong understanding of NDIS report writing and its importance in advocating for client care and funding.
I am looking to expand my career to assist my future study goals in Nursing and my passion for caring for others.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Disability Support Worker
Infinity Support Services
02.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting clients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments and provided community access.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients and their families, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Worked with multiple clients with high-end care needs, involving hoist-bound clients and advanced psychological behaviours.
- Completed a Key worker position for clients, completing report writing and advocating for client funding.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Harley Street Swim School
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional support, substantially improving their overall skill level.
- Adapted teaching strategies for diverse learners, ensuring an inclusive environment for all participants.
Special Needs Swim Instructor
Sloan Swim School
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Incorporated sensory-based activities into lessons, addressing the distinct sensory needs of special education students in aquatic environments.
- Provided one-on-one support during group sessions when necessary, ensuring that every participant had access to personalised guidance throughout their learning journey.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities by developing tailored lesson plans for special needs individuals.
Education
Qualifications
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
La Trobe University
Bendigo, VIC12-2026
High School Diploma -
Catherine McAuley College
Bendigo, VIC11-2023
Certificate III Acreditations - Allied Health
IVET
Bendigo, VIC11-2023
VET - Beauty
TAFE
Bendigo, VIC11-2023
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Client advocacy
- Dependable and responsible
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Key Disability Support Worker
Infinity Support Services
02.2024 - Current
Learn to Swim Instructor
Harley Street Swim School
10.2023 - 02.2024
Special Needs Swim Instructor
Sloan Swim School
01.2021 - 10.2023
Qualifications
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
La Trobe University
High School Diploma -
Catherine McAuley College
Certificate III Acreditations - Allied Health
IVET
VET - Beauty
TAFE
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