Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Darrin Johnstone

North Lakes,QLD

Summary

Experienced Disability Support Worker with a compassionate approach to providing care and support for individuals with disabilities. Over 5 years of experience in respite and community settings, demonstrating the ability to create personalized care plans, implement therapeutic activities, and prioritize client safety and well-being. Strong emphasis on collaborative teamwork, effective communication, and adaptability to evolving needs. Known for reliability and results-driven mindset, dedicated to improving clients' quality of life through empathetic and respectful care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Support Worker

Focused support services
07.2020 - 01.2025
  • Worked with numerous clients with a broad range of conditions
  • Maintained a safe and caring environment for people to help support their needs and achieve goals
  • Provided personal care and performed household tasks including meal preparation
  • Maintained accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening
  • Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.

Disability Support Worker

THE SPECTRUM ORGANISATION
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Worked with people in community and respite settings
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to always ensure effective and safe working practices
  • Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients
  • Accurately recorded shift notes, progress reports and incident reports
  • Navigated challenging behaviours with care and understanding to achieve a high level of personal support
  • Worked closely with other team members to maximise levels of support provided

HC Truck Driver

MPC Kinetic
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Drove multiple trucks and plants at coal mine-site in a safe manner, while keeping the truck in good operating condition
  • Performed vehicle inspections prior to and after completing each shift for minimising the risks
  • Streamlined all operational activities by documenting and reporting damage/issues
  • Appreciated by senior management and elected as a Health and Safety Representative to improve safety conditions

Professional references available upon request

Education

Certificate 4 - Mental Health

Spectrum Training
12.2025

Skills

  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Presentation/Reporting Skills
  • Issue and Conflict Resolution
  • Communication/ Collaboration
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Emotional support
  • Daily living assistance
  • Active listening
  • Confidentiality and privacy
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Critical thinking
  • Empathy and patience

Certification

  • Current Open Driving Licence
  • Provide Initial First Aid Certificate / Perform CPR, Fluid First Aid, 2025
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check, 2025
  • Working with Children Check, 2025
  • Police Check, 01/16/25
  • NDIS Safeguard Training, 2025
  • Serious Incident Response Scheme Training, 2025
  • Code of Conduct for Aged Care Training, 2025
  • Operate Light Vehicle Certificate, Trisector Pty Ltd, 2015

Timeline

Independent Support Worker

Focused support services
07.2020 - 01.2025

Disability Support Worker

THE SPECTRUM ORGANISATION
01.2020 - 07.2020

HC Truck Driver

MPC Kinetic
01.2017 - 01.2019

Certificate 4 - Mental Health

Spectrum Training
Darrin Johnstone