Collins Biwott Kimutai
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced disability support worker with a passion for providing quality care to those in need and enhancing their independence. Friendly, patient and a great communicator, I am experienced in various aspects of support provision, from general domestic duties to assisting with the implementation of comprehensive disability support plans. I am currently employed with Leah Bett Nursing services. Compassionate Disability Support Worker with more than a year of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals living with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUPPORT WORKER/CARER
Leah Bett Nursing Services
05.2024
- Perform personal care work and support with domestic tasks including cleaning, shopping, cooking, feeding and bathing
- Administer medication
- Assist with personal hygiene and toileting/continence management
- Assist with mobility and use ceiling hoist systems when required
- Implement behaviours intervention and support programs
- Engage clients in community access activities
- Liaise and develop partnerships with community groups
- Achievements: Developed skills in listening, supporting and dealing with challenging behaviours
- Gained experience in risk assessment and management.
Personal Care Assistant
Opal Health Care
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER/PATIENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
PROGRAMED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Encouraged community participation and independence building in the disadvantaged and disabled
- Responsibilities: Assist resident with their personal and oral hygiene as per the care plan which include; showering, toileting, brushing teeth, shaving etc
- Administered medication in accordance with client-specific Medication Policy and Procedure
- Documentation - Prepare complete, record and submit client-related reports, files and forms after every work shift
- Support and maintain residents right to independence, privacy and confidentiality
- Prepare dining room for meals and follow dietary requirement for the residents, assist in feeding and fine dining
- Achievements: Developed experience and skills in home care activities
- Gained strong communication and listening skills with different residents and other staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH PROMOTION
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
Burwood, VIC08-2027
Skills
- Highly skilled in working with people from different backgrounds
- Empathetic and a respectful approach towards participant’s
- Proven record of facts and sensitivity, predominantly when helping customers with personal care
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Thorough understanding of medical terminology with computer literacy skill
- Excellent sense of humor and patience
- Possess a responsive and caring personality
- Fluent in English and Swahili
Certification
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver’s License
- Manual Handling
- Working with Children check
- Clear to work Certificate
- Certificate 4 in Disability
References
- Gladys Kemboi, Registered Nurse,Leah Bett Nursing Services, 0420349208, gkiptoo@yahoo.com,
- Fridah Loroupe, Registered Nurse, Leah Bett Nursing Services , 0402082058, loroupef@yahoo.com
Hobbies and Interests
Reading Novels, swimming, playing volleyball, watching movies and listening to music.
City
Melbourne
Zip
3140
State
Vic
Street
10 aakarana Chirnside park
Education and Training
true,other
Major Strengths
- Highly skilled in working with people from different backgrounds
- Empathetic and a respectful approach towards participant’s
- Proven record of facts and sensitivity, predominantly when helping customers with personal care
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Thorough understanding of medical terminology with computer literacy skill
- Excellent sense of humour and patience
- Possess a responsive and caring personality
- Fluent in English and Swahili
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Opal Health Care
07.2024 - 02.2025
SUPPORT WORKER/CARER
Leah Bett Nursing Services
05.2024
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER/PATIENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
PROGRAMED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
01.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH PROMOTION
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
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