Claudia Valsecchi
BELDON,WA
Summary
Compassionate and reliable support worker with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care, 2021) and extensive experience in residential aged care and wellness therapy. Strong commitment to empowering individuals through personalized care, community access, and emotional support, ensuring dignity and respect for all clients. Equipped with own transport for flexible in-home and community-based support under the NDIS, bringing over 15 years of client-focused care expertise. Recognized for reliability, empathy, and adaptability, consistently achieving positive outcomes through effective communication, teamwork, and responsiveness to diverse needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Massage Therapist & Wellness Practitioner
BODHI Wellness
01.2017 - 2024
- Delivered therapeutic treatments tailored to clients’ physical and emotional needs.
- Supported clients with mobility issues, chronic pain, and recovery care.
- Ensured client dignity, safety, and comfort throughout services.
- Maintained schedules, records, and high professional standards.
Aged Care Support Worker
Villa Terenzio Aged Care
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living: hygiene, mobility, feeding, and dressing.
- Supported residents with dementia and high care needs in a safe, respectful way.
- Assisted staff with care plans, observation, and wellbeing monitoring.
- Engaged residents in meaningful activities and provided companionship.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting comfort and independence.
- Supported healthcare staff in implementing individualized care plans for residents.
- Documented resident progress and changes in health status accurately and promptly.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene, resulting in improved health and wellbeing.
- Promoted independence among patients by assisting with daily living tasks such as dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Spa & Beauty Therapist
Various international roles
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Delivered individualised care to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Assisted elderly and mobility-challenged clients with safe treatment access.
- Developed strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Managed rosters, supported colleagues, and upheld hygiene standards.
Education
Certificate III - Individual Support (Aged Care)
Open Colleges
Perth, WA02-2021
Diploma - Professional Beauty Therapist Specialisation
Scuola Professionale Clerici
Como Italy01.2007
Skills
- Personal care: showering, toileting, dressing, grooming, feeding, mobility assistance
- In-home & community support: transport to appointments, shopping, social activities
- Emotional support and companionship with empathy and patience
- Knowledge of dignity of risk, duty of care, and client-centred care
- Health & safety: infection control, manual handling, safe food handling
- Excellent communication with clients, families, and support teams
Certification
Other training: First Aid & CPR (if current), Manual Handling
Languages
English – Fluent
Italian – Native
Timeline
Aged Care Support Worker
Villa Terenzio Aged Care
01.2021 - 05.2021
Massage Therapist & Wellness Practitioner
BODHI Wellness
01.2017 - 2024
Spa & Beauty Therapist
Various international roles
01.2002 - 01.2017
Certificate III - Individual Support (Aged Care)
Open Colleges
Diploma - Professional Beauty Therapist Specialisation
Scuola Professionale Clerici
Hobbies and Interests
Kitesurfing, Biking, Painting, Drawing