Carrie Maher
Summary
I am a committed individual whom has always been dedicated to providing support to families in all my professional roles. Caring for my family has been highly rewarding and the characteristics and initiative required throughout the years can be transferred to a highly rewarding job.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Administrator
Kalparrin Families
12.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: Kalparrin Families Facebook Group is Western Australia’s largest online peer-to-peer online support network dedicated to connecting and supporting special needs families
- Moderate the group in accordance with Kalparrin Families Users Guidelines
- Work with other admins to create a safe, welcoming online place for all Kalparrin members
- Help promote Kalparrins events and activities
- Monitor the welfare of group members and bring any concerns to Kalparrin Families Project Officer
- Kalparrin Families Facebook Group is Western Australia’s largest online peer-to-peer online support network dedicated to connecting and supporting special needs families
Carer
At Home
06.2006 - Current
- Taking care of my 3 children
- Maintaining a safe and caring, nurturing environment for my 3 children, all of which have special needs &/or learning disorders
- Prioritising daily tasks and managing conflicting schedules relating to schooling, therapy & extracurricular activities
Customer Service Specialist & Admin Assistant
Happy Hubble Sensory Store
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Greeted customers upon entrance to store and offered assistance in locating items and responded to information requests
- Established positive rapport with customers, managers, and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment
- Provided special needs customers and families with advice on suitable sensory tools
- Provided special needs customers & families with information on where to access supports within the community
- Maintained professional relationships with retail directors, suppliers, therapists and professional clients
- Processed credit card, EBT and cash payments in computer system
- Processed and packaged online orders
- Counted tills at beginning of shifts with start money and balanced and reconciled register at end of shifts
Private Nanny
Higham Family
01.2000 - 12.2004
- Engaged with children to create a nurturing, safe environment to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
- Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry, cleaned and sanitised all play areas
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and nappy changes
- Transported children to and from school, appointments and extracurricular activities
Childcare Assistant
Tinkerbells CCC
06.1996 - 12.2000
- Established and maintained a safe play environment for children
- Supported children’s emotional and social development
- Used clear communication and professionalism to develop a friendly and trusting relationship with parents and carers
- Assisted in developing educational learning programs
Education
Year 11 -
Balcatta Senior High School
12.1995
Skills
- COMMITTED
- ORGANISED
- RELIABLE
- EMPATETIC
- CARING
- RESPONSIBLE
- SINCERE
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- WORKS COLLABRORATELY
Certification
C – Car and own transport
Phone
mobile, 0417 906 065
Clearances
- DHS - Working with Children Check
- Police clearance
Hobbies and Interests
- Spending time with Family
- Outdoor activities
Timeline
Customer Service Specialist & Admin Assistant
Happy Hubble Sensory Store
03.2021 - 10.2021
Volunteer Administrator
Kalparrin Families
12.2019 - Current
Carer
At Home
06.2006 - Current
Private Nanny
Higham Family
01.2000 - 12.2004
Childcare Assistant
Tinkerbells CCC
06.1996 - 12.2000
Year 11 -
Balcatta Senior High School
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