CHUKWUKA DARLINTON AKUWUOGU
Adelaide,SA
Summary
I would describe myself as a compassionate person with over 5 years experience working in the disability and youth worker sector providing person-centered care to individuals of all ages with diverse support needs. My expertise lies in assisting individuals with complex challenges, including intellectual disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities.
I possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling me to build trusting relationships with clients and their families. I am a dedicated and reliable team player with a strong commitment to providing high quality, ethical, and person-centered support. I have been able to successfully support clients to achieve goals such as increased independence, improved communication skills, reintegration into the community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Worker /Disability Support Worker
Legacy Lifestyle support
Adelaide, SA
04.2024 - Current
- Identified potential issues before they escalate into crises situations using proactive strategies.
- Assisted youths in developing life skills such as problem solving, communication, decision-making.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, incidents, and daily activities.
- Transported clients to appointments or recreational activities as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of facilities and rooms.
Disability Support Worker
Health Care Australia
Adelaide, SA
12.2023 - Current
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
- Facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using sign language or other methods.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
Disability Support Worker
Achievment collective
Adelaide , SA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided intensive one-on-one support to individuals with complex disabilities, including physical, cognitive, and developmental challenges.
- Advocated for clients' rights and facilitated access to community resources, services, and opportunities for social inclusion and integration.
- Responded promptly and effectively to emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients.
Education
Master of Social Work: Postgraduate - Social Work
Flinders University
09.2025
Certificate IV - Disability Support
International Institute of Education And Training
03.2023
Skills
- First Aid and Safety
- CPI training
- Meal preparation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent time management
- Proficient in documentation and record-keeping
- Client advocacy
References
REFERENCES
Anita Kaye: Manager: Achievement Collective Tel: 0475072927
Lynnet: Team Leader : Legacy lifestyle Tel: 0451523970
Timeline
Youth Worker /Disability Support Worker
Legacy Lifestyle support
04.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Health Care Australia
12.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Achievment collective
08.2023 - 04.2024
Master of Social Work: Postgraduate - Social Work
Flinders University
Certificate IV - Disability Support
International Institute of Education And Training
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