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ART
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Benjamin Draney

Benjamin Draney

Disability Support
Bundaberg,QLD
Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
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Summary

Calm, Composed and Caring as a Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with [various complex physical and psychological] issues. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience. Due to my "bigger" stature and previous experience I found myself more suited to clients with complex behavioural difficulties requiring me to use several approved restrictive practises varying from physical restraints to the seclusion off food or dangerous belongings, I also was in charge of several Creative Arts programs where I would entertain, support and teach participants music and art, to which they reached a standard of competence good enough for a performance at the yearly ability ball in front of hundreds of peers.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Creative HeArts Care
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors and incidents.

Disability Support Worker

Community Lifestyle Support
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors and incidents.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean and hazard-free home environments.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting and moving clients.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.

Assistant Store Manager

Amart Furniture
05.2016 - 08.2020
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff, enabling them to improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.

Store Manager

IGA Supermarket
03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

***Car accident travelling to work early morning saw me re-evaluate options and eventually find work closer to home***

Regional Sales Manager

Manassen Foods
01.2012 - 03.2016
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
  • Made onsite sales calls to prospective customers to help sales representatives close lucrative deals.
  • Finalized sales contracts with high-value customers.
  • Collaborated with senior executives to evaluate performance in regional area and develop strategies to expand revenue generation.

Delicatessen Department Manager

IGA Supermarket
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Andrew’s Lutheran College, Tallebudgera Valley, QLD
11.2005

Skills

  • Documentation Skills
  • Housekeeping Skills
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Psychologist Collaboration
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Daily Logs
  • Household Chores
  • Client Requirements
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Creative Thinking
  • Medication Schedules
  • Safety Management
  • Medical Records Management
  • Meal Planning
  • Recordkeeping Proficiency
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Behavior Support Plans
  • Healthcare Resource Support
  • Appointment Organization
  • Personal Growth Support
  • Networking with Staff
  • Coaching and Development
  • Conflict Negotiation

ART

Drawing, Sculpting, Painting, Woodworks, Wireworks and Metalworks. I just love making something people can appreciate made out of raw pliable materials.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Disability Support Worker - Creative HeArts Care
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker - Community Lifestyle Support
08.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Store Manager - Amart Furniture
05.2016 - 08.2020
Store Manager - IGA Supermarket
03.2016 - 05.2016
Regional Sales Manager - Manassen Foods
01.2012 - 03.2016
Delicatessen Department Manager - IGA Supermarket
01.2010 - 01.2012
St Andrew’s Lutheran College - High School Diploma,
Benjamin DraneyDisability Support