James Chimenka
SYDNEY
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker and Registered Nurse experienced in providing person-centred care to individuals with complex disabilities, including Huntington’s Disease and intellectual disabilities. Delivered support that promotes independence, dignity, and community participation while ensuring safety and therapeutic environments. Fostered trusting relationships with participants, families, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance quality of life and achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker ( Casual)
Forsight Australia
Sydene
02.2024 - Current
- Provided complex physical and cognitive care for residents living with Huntington’s Disease, enhancing their quality of life.
- Delivered person-centred, recovery-focused support to participants facing mental health challenges, promoting their overall well-being.
- Provided specialised support for non-verbal participants using alternative communication methods, observation, and individual communication plans.
- Assisted with all activities of daily living including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, continence care, and mobility.
- Administered medications in accordance with organisational policies and medication management procedures.
- Supported participants during community outings, appointments, shopping, recreational activities, and social engagement.
- Fostered independence in participants by respecting and facilitating their individual goals, preferences, and abilities.
- Maintained accurate progress notes, behaviour records, and incident reports.
- Worked collaboratively with nurses, allied health professionals, families, and behaviour support practitioners.
- Followed Positive Behaviour Support Plans and implemented proactive behaviour support strategies.
- Responded appropriately to medical emergencies and behavioural incidents.
Disability Support Worker
United for Care
Merrylands
07.2022 - 07.2026
- Key Responsibilities
- Assisted participants experiencing mental health challenges through person-centred, recovery-focused support.
- Supported residents living with Huntington’s Disease requiring complex physical and cognitive care.
- Assisted with all activities of daily living including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, continence care, and mobility.
- Provided specialised support for non-verbal participants using alternative communication methods, observation, and individual communication plans.
- Administered medications in accordance with organisational policies and medication management procedures.
- Supported participants during community outings, appointments, shopping, recreational activities, and social engagement.
- Encouraged independence while respecting each participant’s individual goals, preferences, and abilities.
- Maintained accurate progress notes, behaviour records, and incident reports.
- Worked collaboratively with nurses, allied health professionals, families, and behaviour support practitioners.
- Followed Positive Behaviour Support Plans and implemented proactive behaviour support strategies.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
- Responded appropriately to medical emergencies and behavioural incidents.
- Assisted with meal preparation, feeding support, and dysphagia management where required.
Education
Diploma - Community Service
Mitt College
Australia 01.2023 - 07.2023
Skills
- Independent living support
- Huntington’s Disease Support
- Mental Health Support
- Active Support
- Person-Centred Care
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Medication Administration
- Personal care assistance
- Manual Handling and Hoist Transfers
- Mealtime support
- Behavior monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Emotional de-escalation
- Infection control
- Care planning
- Community participation
- Team Collaboration
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Core Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- Professional Training
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
- Manual Handling
- Medication Administration
- Infection Prevention and Control
- First Aid & CPR
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Active Support
- Mental Health Support
- Safe Food Handling
- Incident Reporting
- Restrictive Practices Awareness
Accomplishments
Key Achievements
- Delivered high-quality support to individuals with complex neurological conditions, including Huntington’s Disease.
- Successfully supported participants with complex mental health presentations while maintaining dignity and promoting recovery.
- Built trusting relationships with non-verbal participants through consistent routines and effective communication strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with NDIS Practice Standards.
- Recognised for professionalism, reliability, and compassionate care in Supported Independent Living environments.
Affiliations
Professional Strengths
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Calm under pressure
- Strong clinical knowledge
- Excellent observation skills
- Reliable and dependable
- Flexible and adaptable
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Team-oriented
- Respectful of participant rights and choices
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker ( Casual)
Forsight Australia
02.2024 - Current
Diploma - Community Service
Mitt College
01.2023 - 07.2023
Disability Support Worker
United for Care
07.2022 - 07.2026