- Gardening
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Baking
Barbara Bunce
Moe,Victoria
Summary
I am a dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Baptcare, enhancing client wellness through compassionate caregiving and efficient housekeeping. I excelled in client rapport and nutrition planning, boosting client satisfaction and I am skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, ensuring high-quality care and support.
I have experience running my own care support business and was successful in obtaining and maintaining a steady clientele.
I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational and business management skills eager to secure position and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Conducted market research to inform product development decisions and identify potential growth areas.
- Secured long-term sustainability of the business through prudent financial management practices such as cash flow optimization, cost control, and strategic investments.
Personal Care Assistant
Baptcare
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans addressing each client''s specific needs.
- Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
- Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Education
Certificate III - Micro Business Operations
Chisholm Institute
Berwick, VIC04.2019
Certificate IV - Disability Studies
Care Training Institute
Dandenong, VIC05.2017
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Care Training Institute
Dandenong, VIC04.2017
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate patient care
- Behaviour Management
- CPR Certified
- Care plan implementation
- Meal Preparation, Nutrition planning
- Client Transportation
- Client rapport
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
Interests
References
Christie Thomas
Personal Reference
0422820163
Baptcare Melbourne
Main Office
0398317222
Baptcare Dandenong
Community Hub
132278
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 01.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Baptcare
01.2018 - 01.2020
Certificate III - Micro Business Operations
Chisholm Institute
Certificate IV - Disability Studies
Care Training Institute
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Care Training Institute
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