- Music
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Mindfulness Practices
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- i enjoy spending time with my family and friends
- enjoy taking the family cat and dog for a walk
- i enjoy playing games with my children
Catrina Griggs
Kalkallo
Summary
Professional support worker skilled in delivering high-quality care and assistance to individuals with disabilities. Proven ability to create positive and inclusive environment that fosters client independence and well-being. Strong team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, while displaying empathy and patience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Araluen
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Supported clients in developing personal care routines tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents for review and analysis.
- Implemented positive behaviour support strategies to enhance client engagement and well-being.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged social interaction and skill development.
- Trained new staff on protocols, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on client care.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs, adapting support strategies as necessary for improvement.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviour to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Disability Support Worker
AQA Qualcare Spire
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate service delivery and care plans.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies to enhance client engagement and well-being.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Supported clients in developing personal care routines tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents for review and analysis.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged social interaction and skill development.
- Trained new staff on protocols, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on client care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
Education
High School Diploma -
Banksia Secondary College
Ivanhoe, VIC11-2002
Skills
- Hardworking and reliable
- Good listener
- Excellent social skills
- Fun and outgoing
- Great sense of humour
- Intuitive and confident
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Fast learning with willingness to learn and expand
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
- Independent living support
- Relationship building
- Documentation and reporting
- Incident reports
- Disability services
- Mobility support
- Computer skills
- Meal planning
- Health and safety
- Daily living requirements
- Creative thinking
- Risk assessments
- Transportation assistance
Accomplishments
- Achieved certificate IV in disability by completing online and life experiences with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- NDIS WORKER SCREENING CHECK
- NDIS WORKER ORIENTATION MODULE
- WORKING WITH CHILDREN'S CHECK
- POLICE CHECK
- FIRST AID CERTIFICATE & CPR
- MANUAL HANDLING MODULE
- MEDICATION MODULE
- FULL DRIVERS LICENSE
- COVID 19 TRAINING
Interests
RELIABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY
- Honest and hard working
- Responsible and mature minded
- Friendly and approachable
- Adaptable and thrive under pressure.
- Understanding
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Araluen
05.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
AQA Qualcare Spire
01.2022 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Banksia Secondary College