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Belinda Phillips

Launceston,TAS

Summary

Dynamic Disability Support Worker at Multicap with expertise in medication administration and care plan development. Proven ability to enhance client independence through effective behavioral monitoring and emotional support. Skilled in coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care, fostering strong relationships with clients and families to promote well-being and resource accessibility. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Multicap
Launceston, Tasmania
12.2024 - Current
  • Developed self-care skills, emphasizing personal hygiene practices for enhanced client independence.
  • Administered medication per doctor's orders while monitoring and documenting side effects.
  • Monitored client progress, reporting behavioral and health condition changes to supervisor.
  • Maintained regular communication with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
  • Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Personal Care Assistant

Workforce Extentions
Launceston, Tasmania
03.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.

Personal Care Assistant

Regis
Launceston, Tasmania
02.2020 - 03.2023
  • Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
  • Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
  • Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.

Care Coordinator

Steve Alford
Adelaide, Australia
03.2004 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated with other health professionals to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings discussing best practices in patient care coordination.
  • Assisted in the development of discharge plans for clients transitioning out of care programs.
  • Educated clients on available resources and services within their communities.
  • Conducted initial assessments and evaluations of patient's needs.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Administration Of Medication

Penny Royal Education
Launceston, TAS
06-2024

Graduate Certificate - First Aid And CPR

Penny Royal College
Launceston, TAS
05-2024

Graduate Certificate - Nursing Surgical And Wound Care

Allison College
Launceston, TAS
02-2022

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Care plan development
  • Client assessments
  • Behavioral monitoring
  • Community resource education
  • Patient care coordination
  • Client confidentiality
  • Care documentation
  • Team leadership
  • Health monitoring
  • Time management
  • Behavior support plans
  • Home healthcare services
  • First aid and CPR
  • Transportation assistance
  • Risk assessments

Certification

Australian Citizen

Full driver's license

NDIS Card

Working with Venerable people

First Aid + CPR

Medication Administration Certificate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Multicap
12.2024 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Workforce Extentions
03.2023 - 12.2024

Personal Care Assistant

Regis
02.2020 - 03.2023

Care Coordinator

Steve Alford
03.2004 - 02.2023

Graduate Certificate - Administration Of Medication

Penny Royal Education

Graduate Certificate - First Aid And CPR

Penny Royal College

Graduate Certificate - Nursing Surgical And Wound Care

Allison College

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