AVINE NYARIKI
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Melba support services
Melbourne, VIC
12.2021 - Current
- Helped disabled persons access community resources such as housing options or job training programs.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
- Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
- Maintained organized filing system for client records, providing complete documentation of all interactions.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
Volunteer
Church of Christ fellowship Clayton
Melbourne, VIC
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided assistance to clients in need of food, clothing and other resources.
- Organized donation drives collecting items such as books, toys, clothes and furniture for those in need.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to increase volunteer recruitment efforts within the community.
- Volunteered at soup kitchens during holidays, assisting with meal preparation and distribution.
Education
BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICE -
STOTTS' COLLEGE
Melbourne, VIC12-2024
Skills
- Individual Support Plans
- Incident Reports
- Case Management
- Client Needs Assessment
- Progress Documentation
- Risk Assessments
- Documentation And Reporting
- Mobility support
- Youth Services
- Team Leadership
- Client Confidentiality
- Social Skills Development
- Emotional Support
- Computer Skills
- Personal Growth Support
- Client Transportation
Certification
• HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
• Cert IV in disability
• HLTAID002 Provide basic life support
• HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Working with children check
• Administration of medication
• Manual handling
Timeline
Volunteer
Church of Christ fellowship Clayton
01.2022 - 12.2024
Disability Support Worker
Melba support services
12.2021 - Current
BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICE -
STOTTS' COLLEGE
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