CHANIKA PIHIMBIYAGE
McKail,WA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated proactive Personal Care Assistant with extensive experience at Aged Care & Home care. Skilled in mobility assistance and dementia care, I excel in providing emotional support while ensuring residents' comfort and safety. Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards and fostering strong relationships with clients to enhance their quality of life.
Professional caregiver with strong expertise in providing compassionate and efficient assistance to individuals. Skilled in personal hygiene care, meal preparation, and mobility support. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Adept at maintaining positive and supportive atmosphere, ensuring comfort and dignity for all.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Mercy Place Aged Care
Dandenong, Australia
05.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes..
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces for optimal hygiene standards.
Home Support Worker
Seven Angels Care and Support Services
Melbourne, VIC
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients, establishing rapport and open communication.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues, ensuring safe transfers and ambulation around the home.
Home Support Worker
Salveo Homecare
Melbourne, VIC
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and domestic assist to enhance quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress for effective communication with team members.
Personal Support Worker
TLC Aged Care
Frankston, Australia
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs, adjusting care approaches as necessary.
Personal Care Assistant
Sky Lodge (Autumn Aged Care)
Frankston, Australia
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Employed compassionate care when providing personal hygiene services to individuals requiring assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Personal Care Assistant (Training Student)
TLC Noble Manor Aged Care
Noble Park, Australia
03.2024
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
Permanent part time Domestic Service Assistant
Mercy Place Dandenong
Dandenong, Australia
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items, following recipes and instructions accurately.
Laundry Attendant
Mercy Place Aged Care
Dandenong, Australia
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Sorted, washed, dried and folded linens and clothing in a timely manner.
- Operated commercial washers and dryers following manufacturer's instructions.
Food Service Assistant
Mercy Place Aged Care
Dandenong, Australia
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed all health and safety regulations for the kitchen and ensured a clean and sanitary work environment.
- Distributed menus to residents, collect diet sheets and deliver food trays and snacks to nursing units and directly to resident.
Food Service Assistant
Benetas Aged Care Clayton
Clayton, Australia
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Prepared orders on trays for dine-in orders or in bags for takeout orders.
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
Education
Certificate Iv Ageing And Disability - Working With Children Check
Victoria Government
VICCertificate III Individual Support Aging & Disabil -
Quest Institute of Education
Bankstown, NSWAssist Clients With Medication -
TLC Learning Academy
Melbourne, VIC11-2025
First Aid and CPR Certificate -
CBD College
Dandenong, VICRSA certificate -
RSA Training In Victoria
Department of Health
VictoriaScreening Check -
NDIS
VICWorking With Children Check
Victoria Government
VICDriving License
VIC Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Hoist machine Techniques
- Light housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Transportation assistance
- COVID-19 safety policies
Languages
sri lankan
English
Timeline
Home Support Worker
Seven Angels Care and Support Services
05.2026 - Current
Home Support Worker
Salveo Homecare
05.2026 - Current
Personal Support Worker
TLC Aged Care
01.2025 - 01.2026
Personal Care Assistant
Mercy Place Aged Care
05.2024 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Sky Lodge (Autumn Aged Care)
05.2024 - 10.2024
Personal Care Assistant (Training Student)
TLC Noble Manor Aged Care
03.2024
Food Service Assistant
Mercy Place Aged Care
09.2023 - 05.2024
Laundry Attendant
Mercy Place Aged Care
06.2023 - 03.2025
Permanent part time Domestic Service Assistant
Mercy Place Dandenong
02.2023 - 10.2024
Food Service Assistant
Benetas Aged Care Clayton
01.2023 - 03.2023
First Aid and CPR Certificate -
CBD College
RSA certificate -
RSA Training In Victoria
Department of Health
Certificate Iv Ageing And Disability - Working With Children Check
Victoria Government
Certificate III Individual Support Aging & Disabil -
Quest Institute of Education
Assist Clients With Medication -
TLC Learning Academy
Screening Check -
NDIS
Working With Children Check
Victoria Government
Driving License