Compassionate disability support worker with several years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals living with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker (Coordinator)
Villa Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH)
09.2024 - Current
Coordinator since September 2025.
Managed team operations and coordinated staff to ensure effective service delivery.
Provided individualized support to clients with diverse disabilities, enhancing their quality of life.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and their families.
Assisted clients with personal hygiene needs, promoting dignity and independence in daily living.
Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
Provided transportation for clients to appointments, social events, and other activities.
Managing our VMCH respite house
Completing client plans and quotes
Disability Support Worker
Inlife Independent Living
02.2022 - 09.2024
Provided individualised support to clients with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities, assisting them in overcoming daily challenges and achieving greater independence.
Built positive, trusting relationships with clients and their families, ensuring effective communication and personalized care.
Delivered daily direct support and care, helping clients develop essential independent living skills, including personal hygiene, budgeting, meal preparation, and job-seeking.
Maintained accurate client records, tracking progress through detailed documentation methods.
Transported clients to necessary appointments, employment, and community activities to promote access to essential services.
Collaborated effectively with team members while also demonstrating the ability to work independently to meet both team and personal goals.
Front Of House Supervisor
Beechworth Bakery
01.2021 - 12.2021
Demonstrated strong leadership by supervising a team of up to 10 employees, ensuring high levels of performance and morale.
Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of the business.
Oversaw food preparation processes, ensuring compliance with strict quality and safety standards.
Handled opening and closing duties, including setting up workstations and restocking supplies to ensure operational readiness.
Maintained accurate transaction records and tracked sales performance, contributing to achievement of business objectives.
Performed cashiering duties, including processing payments and issuing refunds, while maintaining accuracy in all transactions.
Reconciled receipts at the end of each shift, ensuring the accuracy of POS system data.
Prepared high-quality coffee beverages using espresso machines and grinders.
Trained new employees on coffee preparation techniques and customer service practices.
Education
Galen Catholic College
Wangaratta, VIC
Skills
Disability services
Individualized support
Respite care
Mobility assistance
Nutritional support
Working with a wide range of ages and disabilities