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Briony Ryan

Ipswich

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Support Worker with extensive experience in providing exceptional care and advocacy for individuals with diverse disabilities and youth.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Youth Worker

Edmen
02.2025 - Current
  • As a Residential Youth Worker, responsibilities included supporting and supervising youth in a residential setting. Ensured their safety, facilitated activities, and provided guidance for personal development. Maintained records, collaborated with team members, and addressed behavioral challenges to foster a positive and therapeutic environment for growth.
  • Developed and implemented personalized care plans to foster each young person's personal and educational growth, while strictly adhering to safety protocols.
  • Supported young person/s to build independence and social skills.
  • Provided support with transportation and supervised approved contact visits, ensuring the safety and well-being of young people in care.
  • Maintained meticulous records and detailed incident reports, guaranteeing compliance with organizational policies and state regulations for youth care facilities.

Supported Independent Living Support Worker

Empowered Futures
04.2024 - Current
  • Deliver comprehensive, individualized care and daily living assistance to a diverse group of 5+ participants with complex medical conditions, including epilepsy, Rett syndrome, spinocerebellar ataxia, and cerebral palsy.
  • Actively engage with healthcare professionals and family members to develop and implement tailored care plans that effectively address each participant's unique needs and goals.
  • Proficiently manage essential medical tasks, including PEG feeding administration, medication management, and continuous behaviour monitoring, ensuring the highest standard of care and safety for all participants.

Residential Care Officer

Queensland Department of Disability and Senior Services
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Provided comprehensive support to individuals with disabilities in residential environments, focusing on promoting independence and enhancing overall quality of life.
  • Assisted participants with essential daily activities, including personal care routines, meal preparation, and implementing behavioural interventions in accordance with Positive Behaviour Support Plan (PBSP) guidelines.
  • Maintained meticulous and up-to-date records of participant progress, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care among team members.
  • facilitation of purchase requests with The pubic Trust and public guardian.

Disability Support Worker & Relief Acting Service Delivery Manager

Centacare Community Services
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Provided comprehensive assistance to clients with diverse needs, facilitating daily living activities, personal care, and medical support while promoting the development of essential life skills.
  • Crafted individualized support plans tailored to each client's specific goals, fostering greater independence and personal growth.
  • Assumed the role of Service Delivery Manager in a relief capacity, efficiently managing plan coordination, staff allocation, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Budgeting Assistance, Helping clients create and maintain a budget to manage their expenses effectively.
  • Financial Literacy Educating clients on basic financial concepts to empower them in making informed decisions.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to client-centred care and continuous improvement in disability support services.

Education

Certificate IV - Disability

TAFE QLD
01.2024

Certificate IV - Mental Health

My Horizon Training
Brisbane, QLD
01.2023

Certificate III - Individual Support (Disability)

My Horizon Training
01.2022

Skills

  • Expert in support with focus on person-centred care
  • Skilled in implementing behaviour support plans and managing complex behaviours
  • Life skills teaching
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Excellent at multitasking and time management for efficient service delivery
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Mental health support
  • Multicultural competence
  • Experienced in coordinating care plans to achieve optimal outcomes
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Skilled in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
  • Conducts thorough assessments and maintains accurate documentation

Timeline

Residential Youth Worker

Edmen
02.2025 - Current

Supported Independent Living Support Worker

Empowered Futures
04.2024 - Current

Residential Care Officer

Queensland Department of Disability and Senior Services
07.2023 - 04.2024

Disability Support Worker & Relief Acting Service Delivery Manager

Centacare Community Services
08.2021 - 04.2024

Certificate III - Individual Support (Disability)

My Horizon Training

Certificate IV - Disability

TAFE QLD

Certificate IV - Mental Health

My Horizon Training

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